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'.~i8C~. 1- h' 1 ,. i C~J' e1 ,;;C', '-.~ ..c:---~,~ ,::(', ~.lotio~l the L~<J.;Y"ol'~ " hCil C ._10\.\ the ~ttchtio~~~ of t1-:.c r:o; :-~(;::..1 ~~-=, .lchc f~ct tl~L.t action CJ1.llr-: ;Jot [;8 r:ecuycd (:~~ -~.'j.::,"'i~C' t[~C Con[:reSG 0i~ the "C":1i-:'e( ~tate8, thu.t 0. bill ~:,T,' 1(: h~lVC' to l!e ~tUl~'v..rcd f.1n( C T(_l ~~ C:-~lt eo re q lie f t i 11!:-" G~'; e h xx1;i:oE. ~ ~\"!!:....s per:,u:::c10rl .~ 272 I L - -i ,"";""1 ._.ir,," , T, "iiIF rfia"- -- -~_. W-:Piiilll '1_ -_--"',1 ~ocesl'~ry ~n0 deEiref. ~ Rccolution wa~ thereafter prcfontod by tho City attorney authorizinfg tho I.Iayor Cine. Clerk to wi:' tho deloagto froD Alaska to prepare and introdueo a bill authorizinr the City of Ceward ~lu8ka to incur an i~~ebt6(neGs and issue bonds therofor arnountin~ to 040,000.00 for the purposo of or cting a eo.i1[:,etu.ht School building. It wc..s movee' by EofJlLcn L:eeon6ed by i.rel.lullen thcLt tho rulos be suspondc~ for the udoption of the Resolution. Upon Culling the roll, 8.11 council.:;en vote," in the '_ffir::lCctivc. Upon eul,in~ the roll on the resolution, ~11 councilmen voted in ~he ~f~ir2~~ivo. xkftlR:r:ZSDme I,Ir 1:;. "" T~-_cc1e appeurec'. be foro the COillIilon Gouneil cillO. IIl8.de cOLll)laint of a nuisunee on trIO prol erty adjoining his !~t secone. U.llC] .iashington ""ve. 'i'he La;,'or requested the Comrni ttee on public Eco.lth ccnd protection to confcr "'i th the ~~it:.~ u.ttJrncj;r on ::.he cubject, ~;.~--IC' see ",7h~_1t CJ!Jld be '-one fo l.:r. Thede. After 80,:1(; ~'urth8r (li[,c' SSiO:~i rclo.tinj?' to :JG~':001 81-b:cct. it ~}:.:.. lO"'~.C' l:::/ Cuullc;ild.;:-1 ~.:c:.~l111c'~,:: : (;8:):--:(1_( '027 ,.~'-~:: _<_~~l ti-.,,-t the ;;1e,tj~1': lj.ci~JUY'-,~;. Bi1l8 Paid: J. r. Hannon 2)).01 ~. ~. Rucker 50.00 ~). ~. 1".c:.:u11cn 1:.25 Og~es Garage Z.10 Seward J &; r 127.50 Jeward 1 & P 294.Bl (~. __.. BrOYTtl Gl.O'J .!-thletie Club 2f".Or) =\ Guest 220.00 J Bu.uEhmccrJ 50.)0 J;ylvia ;).0) EG~lI. 15.75 .!.ls '2fr. 14.05 13anL 25.00 O. 13ooho 15.00 &f:+ ,- ..'-. . -' 273~ JANUARY 17. 1927. -..... I The regular meeting of the Common Council. City of Seward was called to order at 8 O'Clock PM. this date ly Mayor L. V. Ray, present were Councilmen Badger, Helm, HOf,an McMullen orlander and Thoday. The Mi~~tes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. Communication covering School plans read and referred to Com. Two resolutions were read for the first time, one Authorizing the i8suance of a deed to T.W.Hawkins for 2/3 interest in Lots 3~.34,35 and 36 in Block 30 for a deed to the city covering lots 13 and 14 in Block 29, The other resolution authorizing the issuance of a deed for a 1/3 interest in above lots to Charles Christensen for Lot 10 in block 29. Claims as follows were read: Ole Johnson L. V. Ray C. R. Morford Gus Manthey L. Larsson 5.25 3.20 45.00 1.50 1.31 Total $57.26 I It was moved by Hofman seconded by Thoday that bills as read be allowed and warrants ordered drawn covering same. Upon calling roll, all councilmen voted in the affirmative. Under committee reports the City attorney presented a detailed report on the matter of High School Lease and the provision therein covering Janitor service. It was moved by Councilman Helm seconded by Badger that report be ac~epted and filed. Motion carried. Sohool Committee presented report covering School Treasurer finances. Police 00mmittee reported on nusianoe oaused by dogs barling and stated City was without power to act, but that U. B. Marshall could take action if complaint made to him. Fire Gommittee reported that Battery for the truck had been ordered. Street Committee reported nothing. The Mayor reported a delapidated building on Lot 23 block 3, and reco~nended its removal as a fire hazard and unsightly. Committee on Public Health reported their investigatton of this shed and intention to have same removed for salvage obtained. It was moved by Councilman Helm seconded by thoday that mutter be left in Committees hands. II All Councilmen voted in the affirmative. Mayor reque,ted information relative to deed offered City by P. N. Anderson, and Councilman Helm, stated he had call\d on Mr. Andorson, and could no noth~ng reCarding a trade. The ~lerk was asked to issue the warrant authorized. Discussion was carried on regarding the School situation and Uouncilman Helm, presented Plans. The Communication from Warraoh construction Co was read giving information on methods of financing. and possibilities of securing all lots required in the blvck selected for school site. ~-~~ I 274 , "";;F-if . - -- -" li"~-- -.-- -:-1"'""'r - w<I i ........ _,' --y--., .. ---<qtJ'1 -''.,ow-- '~'-_i:lJ. .T''i7'W1" Attorney reucker reported on a request made by the American Legion on the possibility of securing a Comfort Station for the people visiting Seward from out of Town. and stating the need therefor. The Mayor appointed a special committee consisting of Orlander and McMullen to investigate and report at next regular meeting their findings. including the co struction cost of such a installation. Some further remarks were made by Councilmen on School. after which this meeting was adjourned to reopen on January 17 at 8;00 PM should additional information be recieved. 41}- O~fi: Monday January 17. 1 9 2 7. Adjourned regular meeting called to order at 8 O'Clock PM this date by Mayor L. V. Ra~, with Oouncilmen Badger, Helm. Hofm~n McMullen Orlander and Thoday present. The Mayor reported this was a continuation of the regular meetin and wJ,s called to continue action on School Matters. A Communication from Delegate Sutherland addressed to the Mayor with a copy of Bill E. B. 16021 were read. It was reported that due to sickness 01 Chairman Curry nothing could be done until a meeting was called on Territories. The Mayor reported on the bill as read and suggested the increase in amount to $50,000.00 and in inter st to 7% as necessary to allow of disposal of bonds without undue loss and delay. After ~iscussion the Clerk was instructed to wire the deleagte thatbcopy of bill received and after discussion in Counctl meeting it was requested that if same would not delay action on bill it be amended to read 50,000.00 and to bear interest at 7%. Motion made by Hefmasecond by Helm. Uponwhich the motion carried. The Mayor thereafter presented a written statement to the Council calling attention to the differences between the values of the Property being received by the city for the Schooa2site and the assessed valuation of the property being traded, feeling that the difference was excessive. and the City being treated unfairly. Discussion was carried on covering this matter. and the actual values of property proposed to trade. A Resolution declaring the Bank of Seward official depository of City funds was read as follows: -RESOLUTION- Now. on this day at a regular meeting of the Common Council f,jr the Municipal corporation of Seward. Alaska dill.ly convened and assembled. upon motion duly made. seconded and carried, it was resolved and the following resolution adopted, to-wit: !~ . . , .,. 275~ I , r , corporation duly organizedand existing under the laws of the Territory of Alaska with its principal place of business in Seward, Alaska, be and hereby is made, selected and designated as the official depository for funds of and belonging to said municipal corporation, and the Treasurer of said corporate municipality is hereby authorized directed and instructed to keep and deposit all monies and funds of and belonging to said municipal corporation in said depository so herein designated. Enacted and adopted by the 00mmon Council of the Corporate municipality at Seward Alaska this 24th day of January 1927. J. P. Hannon Olerk. L.V. Ray, Mayor. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - It was moved by Hofman seconded by Helm, that the rules be suspendeG for the adoption of the resolution as read. Motion carried. on the question shall the resolution pass, the ROll being called all councilmen voted in the affirmative. I The Fire Committee reported the arrival of the Battery for the Fire Truck, with BL attached. and amounting to ~75.00 wholesale price. That this bdttery listed at ,120.00 and was being turned over to the City by Mr Ogle, who did not care to handle matter further. The Committee reported this battery was guaranteed, and could be returned if not satisfactory. After discussion it was moved by Orlander seconded by Badger that the Clerk be ins trjcted to draw a warrant in favor of tho Bank covering the battery. All Councilmen voting in the aLirmative, it was so ordered. The council thereafter on motion adjourned. ,7 4!hR 'I ., . ------ --, ( 276 r - -".,.--op:;-- -... - -"'I. --"'-_'."'. MONDAY FEBRUARY 7, 1928. -1ii~1 .:-~-, ~.: ___..:..u. -.'._- iIfT"'i. L . - T --.-- v"""", - ~... ::::F'~'''':' The regular meeting of the Common Council, City of Seward, held this date in the Council Chambers. Counoilman Badger was eleoted aoting Mayoron account of absence of Mayor Ray. Meeting called to order at 8;15 O'Clock PM by Jos Badger, with Councilmen Badger HeWm, Hofman McMullen Orlander and Thoday present. The Minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. Bills Totalling $1190.97 were read and upon motion made by Councilman McMullen seconded by Orlander ordered paid. All Councilmen upun call of Roll voted in the affirmative. -- A Bill of P. C. McMullen for 4.50 was upon motion by Councilman Orlander seconded by Thoday ordered paid. Upon call of Roll Councilmen Badger, Helm, Hofman MRVWTtww Orlander and Thoday voted in the affirmative. Councilman McMullen not voting. Bills as follows; J. P. Hannon Roberts Guest A. E. Hucker J. A. Ba ughman Seward L & P Co Seward W. & P. Co Seward Gateway Orles Garage C. M.. Brosius Brown Hawkins Seward Drug Co Seward Mach. Shop C. R. Morford Al~ska Transfer L. Larssen J. P. Hannon H.H.Mitchell Gus Weyman Chas E. Brown Bank Seward Seward Ath Club $200.00 220.00 50.00 ,50.00 290.03 127.50 2i75 3.57 1.45 18.00 4.40 13.20 34.50 17.60 3.75 8.82 25.50 4.50 61.00 25.00 25.00 Under Committee reports the Committee on Law and Ordinance, rep~rted that they were in receipt of Ordinances from Alaskan Cities also from Seattle and Portland covering regulations on Street signs. Special Committee on Comfort ~tation reported no site available for the construction of such and that it was not beleived need for same was urgent, that a Lavatory was being constructed for Ladies on the Dock, and that the VanGilder hotel had informed persons in Charge of Signal Corps, that any of the ladies were priveleged to make use of the Van Gilder hotel accomodations when in town. r 1 Resolutions ordering the execution of a deed in favor of Mr T. W. Hawkins and Mr Chas Christensen 27~ - for two-thirds and one-third interest respectively in Lots 33, 34, 35 and 36 Block 30 in return for deeds to Lots 10, 13 and 14 in Block 29 read for the seoond time. I It was thereafter moved by Councilman Orlander seoonded by Hofman that the resolutions be read for the third time by Title only. Motion oarried and they were so read. It was thereafter moved by Councilman MoMullen seoonded by Hofman that the rules be suspended for the adoption of the Resolution ordering deeds to T. W. Hawkins for two-thirds interest in Lots 33, 34, 35 and 36 in Block 30 for and in consideration of a deed to the City of Seward for Lot 13 and 14 in Blook 29. It was moved by Councilman Helm seconded by Thoday that the resolution be placed on its passage, Upon calling roll all Councilmen voted in the affirmative. It was thereafter Moved by Councilman Badger seconded by Coun~ilman Hofman.that the rules be suspended for the adoption of the resolution conveying one-third interest in Lots 33, 34, 35 and 36 in Block 30 to Chas Christensen in return for a deed to the Oity of Seward for Lot 10 in Block 29 Town of Seward. Upon calling the roll on adoption of Resolution all Councilmen voted in the affirmative. I The Council upon motion thereafter adjourned. H-t!:!;td Acting Mayor ft'k: .A.JL- I I~ .~ 278 ill.~"--_.,'---~~-' ~~R M()T(f1AY WRRRTTARY 21, 1927. I- I I i '--~_:-- iI......iiiliiiil .......-- -"iOii"'_i1i- FR"1Il'" V-'-T'l"'_~-- r,[,--:i_ The regular meeting of the Comri)on Council, City of :Seward was held this date in the Council Chambers, with Councilmen badger, Helm, Hofman McMullen Orlander and Thoday present. The Minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approve . Bills totalling $45.80 were read; Gus Weyman 1. 50 J.H.Romig,16.00 J.L.Graef 28.30 --""" It was moved by Orlander seconded by Hofman that claims as read be allowed and warrants ordered drawn covering same. Upon call of roll, all councilmen voted in the af:irmative. Mayor Ray spoke to the council with reference to the status of the light case, saying word had been received by him that Judge Jennings was sending a brief. That one would necessarily be required on behalf of the city, that 10 days were allowed after Brief was received, in which to consid~r and prepare necessary brief.. After discussion no action was taken, the light committee stating they would carryon the matter. . Attention was called to the approaching election and the notices to be published. For judges and clerks of Election the following names were presented: << ~ --- Inspeotor Judge Wm. H. Whittlesey, Fred. Broadwell, James Robertson, Clerks Sylvia Sextion, Mrs Johansen. It was moved by McMullen seconded by Hofman that the clerk be instluct€G to cast the unanimous balL)tt of the Council fur the election of the persons named. Motion carried, and the clerk proclaimed the election of the persons named. Police Committee reported on policing of dogs on street. Clerk reported the Delinquent roll would be ready for acceptance by Council Wednesday noon. The Motion was thereafter made that this meeting adjourn tc Noon Wednesday February 23rd. Motion carried. RL - I I I. I I 27~ -'"""" - T ....."i' . - Wednesday February 23, 1927. Adjourned meeting of Monday February 21st, called to order to 12 O'Clock noon by Mayor L. V. Ray, with Councilmen Badger, Helm, Hofman, McMullen Orlunder and Thoday present. The Mayor stated that the meeting was for the purpose of accepting the delinquent Tax Roll for the Year 1926. The Roll was presented and a resolution presented to the council declaring the/Taxex for 1926 now open Delinquent for inspection anL authorizing the publication of same as follows: -RESOLU'l'ION- Whereas the taxes on real prope~ty in the City of Seward Alaska, for t~c year 1926 became delinquent at 5 P'Clock P11 on the 15th day of November 1926, and ~'. WlIEREAS, 'rhe !,"unicipal clerk of the Cit;)7 of Seward presented to the Common Councila roll in duplicate of all real property assessed and on which the tax has not been paid and. is now delinquent and said roll is in due form, ~:OW THEREFORE. BE IT RESOL'V.i;;D BY THE COMIlON COUNCIL m' '.rEi:; CITY OF SEifARD, ALASKA. 1. That the Lluncipal Clerk cause said delinquent Tax Roll to be published togeather with a notice that said Delinquent Tax roll has been completed and is open for public Inspection at the office of the Municipal,Clerk and that on the 27th Day of April 1927 or us soon thereafter as council may RZXRR be heard said delinquent Tax roll will be presented to the District Court for the Third Division, Territory of Alaska, for judgement and order of sale. 2. That s~id delinquent tax roll and notice aforesaid be published once a week for four cuccescive weeksin the Seward Daily Gateway a newspaper of general circulation published in the City of Sewal"d Alaska which said newspaper is hereby designated as the official publication for this purpose. Adopted under a sUEpcnsion of the rules this Zrd. day of February 1927. J.P.Hannon, Clerk of the Town of ~ewnrd Alaska. Approved this 23rd day of Febrllary 1927. L.V. Ray, Mayor. It wat moved by Councilman Orlunder seconded by Thoday that the rules be suspended for the adoption of the resolution. Calling the roll all councilmen voted in the affirmative. On the question shall the Resolution pas~:, all CounCilmen voted in the affirmative. The Light Committee reported their reCOmmen ation that the matter of the Light case, be held in abeyance until Brie received by the Mayor., The Council thereafter upo ion adjourned. ~ ~......~ OLE ------ 280 i r''''f-.n'';F~ ; - '*''liIi . I , , ., ",".-:--. -ii!lL- - ~'li "&"- !iiii'- """l^;" 'i- jj,. --"6... ". Thursday Eveingin February 24th 1927. A Special meeting of the common council was held this date in the Council Chambers. Meeting being called to order at 8 O'Clock PM by Mayor L. V. Ray with Councilmen Badger, Helm, Hofman McMullen Orlander and Thoduy present. At the request of council Capt O. A. Johansen was also present. - The Mayor stated this meeting had been called and opened for the purpose of viewing what the Town of Seward had available in locations to offer the New England Fish Co., for a proposed Cold Storage Fishing and packing Plant. Captain Johansen being present was questioned by members of the council on his knowledge of requirements desired etc., After considering what was available in the way of possible sites, the Clerk was upon motion made by Hofman seconded by Helm, ordered to send a wire to the New England Fish Company calling their attention to the site available. Motion carried. Moved by McMullen seconded by Hofman that the meeting adjourn. Motion carried. - r MA~\CH 7, 1927. 281 The regular meeting of the Common Council, City of ~eward held this date in the council Chambers. I The Meeting was called to order at 8 O'Clock PM by Mayor L. V. Ray, with Councilmen Badger, Helm, Hofman McMullen Orlander and Thoday present. The Minutes of the last regular meeting, and special intervening ~ meetings read, and approved. Communications were read from Delegate Sutherland stating impossibility of action on the School Bond bill at this session, and further stating same would be reintroduced in December. A Report of the School Treasurer presented by the School Committee. A Communications from Henry Leirer offering 25.00 each for lots 1-2 and 4 in Block 2 Bay View addition read. A Communication from E. Eayres offering 25.00 for lot 34 in Block 4 Laubner addition read. A Report of Seward Water and Power Company in accordance with Chapter 97 Session laws presented to council. This communicationwas referred to the Fiance committee. The following claims were read. I A. E. .i~ucker J. A. Baughman J. P. Hannon Robert Guest H. H. .!ii-1tchell Gus ,leyman Gateway Publishing Company L. Larsson ~eward urug Company Cal M. Brosius Seward Hater and Power Company Alaska iransfer Company Seward ,.thletic Club Bank of Seward Charles E. Brown, Agent ~eward Light and Power Company TOTAL $50.00 50.00 200.00 220.00 15.00 3.75 1.00 5.45 .35 7.60 127.50 9.00 25 . 00 25.00 61.00 296.88 $1,097.53 It was moved by Councilman McMullen seconded by Thoday that the claims as read be allowed, and the clerk instructed to issue warrants covering same. Upon calling the roll, all councilmen voted in the affirmative. A Bill of P. C. McMUllen was thereafter presented amount $7.40.and it was moved by Oralnder seconded by Hofman that same be allowed. Upon calling roll, Councilmen Badger, Helm, Hofman, Orlander and Thoday voted in the affirmative. Councilman McMullen not voting. I The Mayor at this time reported to the Council the receipt of a brief covering the appeal in the Light Case, same having been just received by Parcel Post from Judge Jennings apparently representing the Power Company, that he 'was not as yet prepared to give his conclusions, but that a brief would also be required by the City, that six weeks would be ava ..lable in which same could be prepared. and that the brief now in his pos~ession could be re.d by the Councilmen. After some discussion, it was decided that the Mayor could call a meeting when desired for the council to receive an, aduitional information or recommendations. /'" 282 r . 'iT __u ". w. -- . 1ill'l!'i. ill - W::-'iri The Communication of Mr. Leirers was called to the council attention and after discussion it was moved by Orlander seconded by McMullen that Mr. Leirers offer be accepted and a resolution was presented authorizing the issuance of a deed by the Mayor and Clerk to Mr Leirer for Lots one, two abd four in Block 2 BayView addition for the sume of seventy five dollars. - It was moved by Council:nan Helm seconded by Orlander that the rules be suspended for the adoption of the resolution. Upon calling the roll, all councilmen voted in the affir- mative. On the question shall the resolution pass, the roll being called all councilmen voted in the affirmative. With reference to the Offer for the Lot in Laubner additio the council was unanimous in its opinion that the amount offered was insufficient for that property, and the matter was left in the hands of the clerk for further negotiation . The Mayor requested the council for a building permit, allowing the construction of a garage on lot 34 Block 14 Town of Seward, same tobe of Frame and Iron construction. Councilman Badger asked for remarks on the councils opinion with refe ence to excessive smoke ,with resulting damage, calling partucular attention to the Laundry. After diEcussion the Attorney was requested to interview Mr. Kawabe on the probability of his installing a smoke consumer. It was thereafter moved by Councilman Badger seconded by McMullen that the council.adjourn. <00..-:- ~~ R. K. -- ":;. . -,*.., ' \ I .' I 283 MONDAY M1U1CH 21, 1927. Regular meeting of the Common Council, City of ceward was called to order at 8;10 PM by Councilman Badger, acting as !,layor. Present were eouncilmen Badger, Helm, Hofman McMullen Orlander and Thoday. The Minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. A Communication from Gerhart Johnson offering 100.00 for Lots 36 and 37 in Block 15 referred to new business. Claims J. H. Romig $16.00, J.L.Graef 28.30:us Weyman 1.50, read Totalling 45.80 motion made by McMullen seconded byb Helm, ordering same paid. Upon call of roll all councilmen voted in the affirmative. It was moved by Helm seconded by McMullen that the bid of Ayres tendered last meeting for lot 34 Block 4 Laubner addition be accepted. After discussion the roll was called and Councilmen Helm, Hofmun McMullen and Thoday voted in the affirmative, Councilmen Badger and Orlander in the negative. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to issue a deed to E Ayres upon payment of twenty five dollars for lot 34 Block 4 Laubner addition presented. It was ;:loved by Hofman seconded by McMullen that the rules be t'uspended for the adoption of the .,es"lution, upon calling the Roll councilmen Helm, Hofman McMullen and Thoday voted in the afl'irmative, Councilmen Badger ana Orlander no. On the question shall the resolution as read pass, the roll being called Councilmen Helm, Hof:nan IilcMullen and Thoday voted in the affirmative, Councilmen Badger and Orlander ~o. The Necessury votes in the affirmative being cast it was declared passed. ~he Mayor took the Chair at this time. and Under ~ unfinsihed business discussion w~s carried on relative to School lots. A Motion thereafter being made by Hofman seconded by thoday that when this meeting adjourn, it do so until 8 PM Monday March 28, when the City attorney be requested preent report realtive to status of School lots. Motion carried. A ].lotion by Hofman seconc,ed by Helm, instructed the Clerk to report whether occupation tax Seward Light and Power Company paid for the current year, Motion carried. The Mayor under new business reported on the preperation of the brief in Light Case, that same was outlined and he requested that City Attorney be allowed $150.00 for the typing and printing of brief. A Motion was thereupon made byCMcMullen seconded by Orlander that the sum of $150.t)0 be allowed City Attorney for expense in typing and publishing brief in Light Case. Upon calling the roll all councilmen voted in the ai'firwutive. The Mayor reportea on receipt of a letter from the HewEngland Fish Company, having reference to sites offered them at Seward stLting that no further expenditures would be made in the Territory this year. -. The Mayor further reported on the reception of communications from prominent persons associating themselves with the Seward memorial association. 284 '-- ~_. ....,.... _Iii ~j;iliO"'il7 """""<Iv K:~ ~iI"""'" "i'ili I W- 1 The communication of Mr Gerhart Johnson offering 100.00 for Lots 36 and 37 in Block 15, wa~ referred to The Committee on assessment and Collection of Taxes, Badger and Helm, with instructions to report at next regular meeting. -- Street Committee reported need of funds to take care of Garbage Dump, estimated not to exceed 100.00 also as snow leaves main throughfare $100.00 required to care for urgent repairs. It was thereafter moved by Councilman Badger seconded by Hofman that not to exceed $100.00 be allowed Street Committee for repairs to Garb~ge dump. Upon calling roll all councilmen voted in the affirmativ . A Motion was then made by McMullen seconded by Orlander that $100.00 be allowed for care of Streets and crossings. Calling the roll all councilmen voted in the affirmative Councilman Hofman reported need of a light on floating dock and danger of injury to persons on dock until repaired. Wharf Committee reported matter had been taken up with Railroad and repurt would be forthcoming at next meeting. Discussion ee coming election, and advisability of creating interest in same called to Councils attention by Mayor Ray, who stated need for capable men. It was thereafter moved by Orlander seconded by McMullen that this meeting adjourn until 8 ~M Monday March 28th 1927. K. -Monday March 28, 1927- Adjourned meeting of March 21, 1927 called to order at 8 O'Clock PM by Mayor L. V. Ray, in the Counci~ Chambers with Councilmen Badger, Helm, ~ofman MCMul~(Or1ander and Thoday present. -'-_______,.___- The Mayor stated this meeting had been adjourned to hear reports from the Clerk and Attorney relative to the Occupation tax of the Seward Light and Power Company and the School lots respee ively. ,,"or) --- The Clerk reported no record of Current tax for S~ward Light and Power Co b ming received by the City The City attorney repvrted that Tecklenburg Hoben and Bl e had signed deeds covering their property in the School site and that deeds had been for arded to ~r. Romig for his signature. That Mr Hawkins undecided regarding his and Christensens lots, but that Mr. Christensen was in town this date and Mr. Hawkins would interview him for the purpose of adjusting the matter. 285 The Ulerk ~ead a communication from Elmer E. Ayres regarding acceptance of his offer for lot in Laubner addition and wished to exchange this for lot 13 in Block 6 Laubner addition. 1 It was thereafter moved by McMullen seconded by Hofcaan that ~ajor and Clerk be authorized to make necessary changes. Upon calling the roll Councilmen Badger Helm, Hofman McMullen and Thoday voted in the ~fiirmative. Councilman Orlander absent. A Claim of Gateway 274.20 read, covering advertising for Delinquent Roll, and a motion 'as made by Hofman seconded by Helm that same be allowed and wrrant ordered drawn. Calling the .noll councilmen Badger, Helm, Hofman :,icMullen andThody voted in the affirmative, Councilman Orlander absent. The Printing committee reported that necessary poll books would have to be secured for coming election and as cost of same would be $84.50 authorization was requested. this to cover 25 books. I After discussion a motion was made by NcNullen seconded by Helm, that prijting committee be allowed $84.50 for the printing of Tally Books. Upon Calling the Roll, Uouncilmen Helm, Hofman McMullen and Thoday toted in the affirmative, Absent Councilman Orlander not voting Coulcilrnan Bi.dger. The necessary 4 votes in the affirmutive being cast the motion carried. With reference to report showing indebtedness of ~1946.98 due City by Seward Light ~nd Power Uompany, a motion was maue by Councilman Hofman seconde6 by Orlander that City attorney report tothe council ways and means of protecting c1ty on indebtedness of Seward Light and Power Compamy. Mqtion carried. City attorney gave council information relative ][ to staus of Light Companies Taxes, also replied to questions on status of Cemetary reporting that same was awaiting survey to be made this season by the 'l'erri torial Engineers. Councilman Helm reported a number of Lights burned out on fourth Avenue, and Light Committee was asked to see that same were iwnediately replaced. Mayor reported with referenCe to Brief that same would probably be ready to go out on next steamer. Councilman Helm seconded by Hofman moved council adjourn. 1 ~ ;) ...~. K ~- 286 I ~. - "V'liilil'" MONDAY APRIL 4TH.. 1927. I The regular meeting of the Common Council, City of Seward was heldthis date in the Council Chambers. The Meeting being called to order at 8 O'Clock ~1 by Mayor L. V. Ray with Councilmen; Badger, Helm, McMullen Orlander and Thoday present. Councilman Hofman absent. -' The Minutes of the last regular and adjourned regular meeting read and approved. Bo Communications, Claims as follows read. Fire Roll Robert Guest A. E. Rucker J. A. Baughman J. P. Hannpn Chas E. Brown Bank of Seward Seward Athletic Club Seward Light and Power Company Cal M. Brosius Seward Water and Power Company Alaska Transfer Company Brown and Hawkins Corporation otto Boehm William Fairman H. H. Mitchell Gateway Publishing Company TOTAL $20.00 200.00 50.00 50.00 200.00 61.00 25.00 25 . 00 25 2. 88 2.50 127.50 43.10 2.25 12.00 30.00 23. 25 95.00 1219.38. Moved by Orlander seconded by Helm that the Claims as read be allowed and warrants covering same ordered drawn. Calling the Roll, all councilmen present voted Aye. Councilman Hofman absent. Unde~r committee reports the city attorney presented a report covering indebtedness of Seward Light and Power Co which was read and ordered filed. City attorney made a verbal report covering deeds for City proposed School Lots, stating deeds for Hoben Tech, Blue arld ~\omig lots would be sh,ortly forthcoming Mayor Ray reported on status of Lowel Creek flood control, dnd of his receipt of a wire from Genural steese saying full particulars would be furnished council when available. The Mayor further cornmentea on a report from Noel W. Smith, General Manager of the railroad, anticipating the ~~wTW~ leasing of a section of waterfront to the City for Marine Ways, and to give the City an outlet to the beach. Ti e Mayor stated communications would be exchanged cov~ring the leasing of the land. Wharves Committee reported on flJating dock, stating same would be put in first class condition, also that no record existed showing that this was other than Rai~road property Due to inability of Mr Broadwell and Mrs Johansen to serve on Election board, Mr. George Sexton and Mrs Morton were unanimously elected to fill respective vacancies. The Light Committee at this time requested authorization from the council to expend not to exceed $500.00 after discussion the motion was made by McMullen seconded by Thoday that Light Committee be allowed $500.00 - r ,I 287 Calling the Roll, Councilmen Badger, Helm, McMullen Orlander and Thoday voted in the affirmative. Councilman Hofman absent. I Motion carried and it was so ordered. ~~ 1 A yr R. ft~ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -CANVASSING BOARD- APRIL 6,1927. 6 At four O'Clock PM this date the Common Council town of Seward met in the Council Chambers for the purpose of canvassing the returns of the Kuniciapl Election held on April 4th., 1927. PRESENT COuncilmen Badger, Helm Orlander and Thoday. Hofman Mc*%~ ~~. The following resolution was thereafter presented and read; RESOLUTION. I WHEREAS, in accordance with the Laws of the Territory of Alaska and Ordinance ~o. 44 of the City of Seward, Alaska and notices given, a Municipal Election was held in the Town Hall of said City on the ~th day of April 1927, and, WHERE~S, In accordance with the Certificates filed with the Municipal Clerk of said City, by the election officers of said election, the following named persons received the exact number of votes placed after their respective names for the offices hereinafter stated, to wit: FOR COUl~CILMEN L. v. Ray 139 H. V. Hoben 2 DanSutherland 1 George Sexton 1 Leon Urbach 1 ,Jayne Blue 1 Harold Painter 114 P.C.McMullen III Elwyn Swetman III J. B. ~tanton 77 Joe Hofman 1 C.E.Orlunder 1 Leon Urbach 1 FOR JI:1AYOR- FOR MLMBER OF THE SCHOOL BOARD A. H. L. Meyer l17 F.E.Leslie 24 C.R.Morford 2 WHEREAS, the returns of said election were canvassed by the Common Council of said City at 4 O'Clock P;,i April 6th 1927. I IWI'f THl!:REFORL BE IT Ri:.;SOLVED BY THE C01'iIMOl~ COUNCIL OF 'l'Hi:.; CITY OF SEWARD,ALASY~. That in accordance with the results of said election as above determined, the following named persons having received the highest number of votes for the respective offices named to wit; MAYOR COUNCILM:c:N- L. V. Ray. Harold Painter, P. C. McMullen, Elwyn Swetman. Member of School Board A.H.L. Meyer. ----- ( 288 Ie -"i!i.- IT- -or ._-, ...,'Ii......- --........if- -...- AND THAT THEY BE, and hereby are declared elected to said respective offices. . PASSED BY THE COMMON Cmr-CIL CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA this sixth day of Aptil 1927. -; L. V. Ray. (Mayor) J. P. Hannon. Municipal Clerk. It was moved by Councilman Orlander seconded by Helm that the Resolution as read be passed. Upon Calling the roll Councilmen Badger. Helm DDlander and Thoday voted in the affirmative. Councilmen Hofman and Mc Mullen absent. It was thereafter moved by Orlander that the meeting Z~OR' by Councilman Badger seconded adjourn. ~~. -r I \ 289 -APRIL 11, 1927- The common Council Town of Seward, met this date at I 8 O'Clock PM in the Council Chambers with Councilmen Helm, Hofman, McMullen and Thoday present. Ab~ent Councilmen Badger and Orlander. The Minutes of the last regular meeti~g and the canvassing board were read and approved. Councilmen Orlander ~nd Badger entered council chambers and took their seats. Claims as follows were read; TOTAL 306.44- A. L. Rucker J. A. Baughman J. P. Hannon Robert Guest Seward Express Gateway Publishing H. H. Mitchell vim. Fairman C. 1\. l.iorford Mrs Morton :sylvia Sexton George .::lexton James l\obc:rtson L. Larsson C. ~. Morford, US $16.66 16.66 66.66 66.66 3.00 Co 12.60 12.00 40.00 15.00 10. 00 10.00 10.00 10.00 4.50 Cmr 2.70 I It was moved by Thoday seconded by BULger that the claims us read be allowed and warrants covlring same ordered drawn. Upon calling the roll, all councilmen present voted in the affirmative. Reports of City Attorney, presented and upon request of Councilman Orlander ordered read. Report read and motion made by Councilman Orlander seconded by :Helm that report be filed. Motion carried. A~nual report of Clerk, including treasurers report presented and ordered filed.byMoveCion of Councilman Hofman seconded by Orlander. I,lotion carrying. 'l'here being nothing further it was moved by Couhcilman Hofman seconded by Orlander th,"t this council adjourn without date "0Illl~ DIB". Prior to adjournment remarks were made by the i.Iayor conveying his thanks to retiring Councilmen Helm and Eofm~n for the interest taken by them during their terms of office. 1 The Council then adjourning. 4fir. ---z!l1aJu.. - ,., 1 ,;' "[) l' v .1:J...~ _. /~ 290 ( , 8;25 PM MONDAY APRIL II, 1927. ;a;,.~i'I. '<:j- 'f1!ill!!!iIIK"i'IIi,t'll' ~1i'-'-JilI_ The Oaths of Office of the Councilmen elect were filed and the Mayor ordered roll called; Councilmen Badger McMullen Orlander Painter Thoday and Swetman being present. - Remarks on the duties of the Council were made by the Mayor. The First matter taken up was the audit of the City books, the clerk being authorized to have bids submitted for same upon a motion being made by Mc~ullen seconded by ~hoday Bids to be filed with the Clerk by 5 PM Saturday April 16th., all Councilmen voting in the affirmative. (Committee assignments below) Mayor spoke on economy in city affairs of necessity for passi:Jg ordinance gave ring appointive officelJ. He also spoke of correspondence and convers~tions with Mr Smith of the Alaska railroad relating to a lease on waterfronp between first and second avenues, and the desirability at some time of building a city dock for fishing craft It was suggested that a caucus be held at 7 PM Monday April 18th., for the purpose of deciding upon an ordinance. Councilman Painter as a representative of the Seward Athletic Club requested the continuance of rent to the S.A.C. for Gymnasium use of School Children until expiration of School term. The matter was held over until the next regular meeting. It was thereafter moved by Councilman Badger seconded by Orlander meeting adjourn, until 8 E~ Monday April 18, 1927. ASSESSMENT AND COLLECTION OF T.~S Swetm~n (C) Badger. PUBLIC SCHOOLS: ORLANDER (C) Thoday. FIRE PROTECTIOli: pAINTER (C) McMullen. LIGHTS SEWERAGE WATER & WHARVES: ORLANDER (C) Badger. PUBLIC HEALTH & PUBLIC PROTECTIOli: MCMULLEli (C) Painter. FIBltl~CE & CLAI1ffi: BADGER (C) Orlander. STRl!:ETS AND STREET I;lPROVE1lENT: MCMULLEN (C) Thoday. PRlliTING: SWETMAN (C) Painter. - CIVIC AFl"AIRS. SWE~~Uili (C) Orlander. LAW AND ORDIN.~CE: PAINTER (C) BADGER. 291 GLACIER STREAM: THODAY (C) Swetmann. I +i~4~~~~~~~~~i1~~~~~f:'~~~~~~ii++~+~+++++~~+++i+++f~~+++:+++++~+++ KillG=~R . Assessment and Collection of Taxes, Lights, Sewage, nater and Wharves. (C) Fiannce and Claims. Law and Ordinances. :.:C:XLL':';li. Fire Protection. ( 0) Public Health and Public Protection. (C) streets and Street Improvements. G:'{LJ.:iii.R. ( 0) Public Schools (C) Lights, sewewage, Water and Wharves. Finance and Claims. Civic Affairs. p;,IlI'rl'.:R. (c) Fire Protection. Public Health and Public Protection. I Printing (C) Law and Ordinances. S . J i~/lll,!~~UT lJ . ( C) Assessment und Collection of Taxes. ( C) Printing. ( 0) Civic Affairs. Glacier stream. TllOD,i-Y. Public Schools. streets and street Improvements. (e) Glacier stream. ..!. ..!. ..!. ..!. ..!. ~ ..!. ..!. ~ ~ ...!. .! .!.. !...!. ..!...!. ~ ..!. ..!. ..!. ..!. ..!. ..!. ..!. ..!. ..!. -~ ...!... .!. ..!.. ..!. ..!. ..!. .!. .!.. .!. ~. ..!. ..!. ..!. -~ ..!. --'- .!.. .~ -" .'!. .!. .. ..!. '!. !...!..!. . ..!. ...!. ...!. ..!. ..!. ...!. ~ ...!. ...!. ..!. '" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . , . , . . . . . . . . . . ~. ~~~ I ---- 292 8 1927. The regular meeting of the Common Council, City of Seward was not held on this date account no quorum present, the meeting was adjourned until 8 0' Clock PM 'j,'uesday April .......... b, 1927. ~. TUE~D~Y APRIL 19, 1927. The reguiar meuting of the Common Council, City of Seward adjourned from Monday April 18,.1927, was ca. led to order at 8 O'Clock PM, hy Mayor L. V. Ray, with Councilmen, Badger, McMullen Orlander, Painter, Swetman and Thoday present. - The Minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. Cownunications were read including letter from Colonel James G. Steese, addressed to Seward Chamber of Commerce on Survey to Portage Bay, this for councils information. A Communication, being a bid of O. Ulshagen, Ass 't. Cashier Bank of ~eward, offering to Audit City Books for $70.00. It was moved thereafter by Badger seconded by Orlander that the bid as read be accepted and Mr U~shagen ordered to proceed with Audit. Upon calling the roll, all councilmen voted in the affirm ative. The Law and Ordinance Committee presented Ordinance Ho ......., 92, in Blank as follows. ORDINANCE NO. (92) AN ORDINANCE APPOINTING A SCHOOL TAX COLLECTOR FOR THE CITY OF SEWARD AL.:'SY..A FOR THE YEAR 1927. ~* . . BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COm~ON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALAS~~; 293 I Sec. 1. That pursuant to and in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 29 of the Session Laws of the Territory of Alaska for the year -1919, entitledtlAn Act to Impose a Tax upon l1ale persons in the Territory of Alaska for School Purposes, Providing means for its Collection, and Declaring an Emergencytl as amended by the act of May 2, 1921, of The Territorial Legislature and by virture of the provisions in said act contained, l~S. M. B. ~lliLLOY, a resident of said City of Seward, and a citizen of the United States of America is hereby appointed and is declared to be the School Tax Collector for the City of Seward, Alaska for the year 1927, and upon qualification of said person by furnishing a good and s~fficient bond in accordance with law, all conditions. provisions and requirements of said Acts shall be carried out and enforced as by law regulated and required in the collection of said School Tax. Sec. 2. An emergency is hereby declared to exist and this ordinance shall take effect after its passage and approval. Passed under suspension of the rules this 19th day of April 1927. J.P.H~nnon. Municipal Clerk. Approved this 19th day of April 1927. L. V. RAY, Mayor. I It was moved by Painter seconded by Badger that the Rules be suspended for the adoption of the School Ordinance. Upon Calling the Roll, Badger, McMullen Orlander Painter, Swetman and Thoday voted in the affirmative. An amendment inserting the name of Mrs Li. B. Malloy was Offa~~l by Councilman Orlander seconded by Badger, On the Amendment the roll being called, Councilmen Badger Orlander Painter Swetman and Thoday voted in the affirmative, Councilman McMullen in the negative. On the ~uestion shall, the ordinance as amended pass, the roll being called; all councilmen voted in the ~ffirmative. The Emergency clause was then voted upon, and the roll being called, all councilmen voted in the affirmative. I The Mayor reported notice had been received of the organization of the School Board, City of seward, with wayne Blue, Chairman. A. H. L. Meyer, Treasurer, Mrs M. B. Malloy, Clerk. The Mayor asked consideration of a clean up day or week, as customary in the past, and after discussion the matter was left in the hands of the Committee on Sanitation and Health. ORDINANCE NO. 93 was thereafter presente~ by Councilman Orlander as follows; 294 Fi""'" W~ ",,*''Ii",,_iiiili<" _lW 'I~""i- 'T,---;:;;:r ORDINANCE NO. 93. All ORDINANCE FIXING 'I'HE RATE OF COMPJi:NSATION TO BE PAID BY THE CITY OF BE ARD , ALASKA, TO OFFICERS APPOINTED BY THE C01U~ON COUNCIL OF SAID CITY FOR THE TEm~ ENDING APRIL 10TH., 1928, OR UNTIL THEIR SUCCESSORS ARE APPOINTED AND QUALIFIED, AND REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH, AND DLCLARING AN EMERGENCY. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COMlAON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASYJI.. - Sec. 1. That for the period beginning with the date t~is ordinance takes effect and ending April lOth, 1928 or until the successors of the officers appointed for said term are appointed and qualified, the compensation . to be paid the municipal officers of the City of Seward Alaska, is hereby fixed and established by the terms and conditions hereinafter contained in this Ordinance which compensation shall" be neither increased nor diminished during said term nor shall said officers be entitled to receive in any form or shape any other additional compen sation from the said City. Sec. 2. The Munici~al Clerk shall receive a monthly salary ath the rate of '150.00 per month or $1800.00 per annum. Sec. 3. The Municipal Magistrate shall receive a monthly salary at the rate of $25.00 per month or $300.00 per annum. Sec. 4. The Municipal Assessor shall receive a monthly salary at the rate of $25.00 per month or $300.00 per annum. Sec. 5. The Municipal Attorney shall receive a monthly salary at the rate of $50100 per month or $600.00 per annum. Sec. 6. The Municipal Health Officer shall receive a monthly salary at the rate of $50.00 per month or $600.00 per annum. Sec. i. The Municipal Treusurer shall receive a yearly salary at the rate of $l.OO'per annum. Sec. 8. The Chief of the Fire Department shall receive a monthly salary at the rate of $100.00 per month or $1200.)0 per annum. Sec. 9. The Chief of the Fire Department shall receJve a monthly salary at the rate of $100.00 per month or $1200.00 per annum. Sec.lo. Each of the salaries herein provided for sh-"ll be paid out of the general fund of the Uity of Seward ana shall be paid monthly. --- The Council shall at its first meeting in each month approve und order paid the salaries of all thr above named officers for the preceeding month and proper '",- 295 warrant shall be drawn on the Treasurer for the payment of the same. I Sec 11. An Emergency is hereby dedlarec to exist and this ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its passage and approval. Passed by the Common Council of the City of cieward, Alaska, this 19th., day of April 1927. J. P. Hannon, Municipal Clerk. ~nu: It was thereafter moved by Councilman Orlander seconded by Badger that the rules be suspended for the adoption of the Ordinance. Upon Calling the Roll; Councilmen Bauger, McMullen Orlander Painter and Swetman votes yes, Councilman Thoday No. It was then moved by Councilman Orlander seconded by Badger that the first reading of the ordinance be considered its second reading and that it be read for the third time by Title Only. I The Roll being Called Councilmen Badger, McMullen Orlander Painter and Swetman voted in the affirmative, Councilman Thoday No. On the Question shall the Ordinance Pass. The Roll being called Councilmen Badger I,IcMullen Orlander Painter and Swetman voted yes, Councilman Thoday NO. The Ordinance Contained an emergency clause, HEX upon wh~ch the Roll was called with Councilmen Badger, McMullen Orlander, Painter and Swetman voting Yes. Councilman Thoday no. The Mayor remarked with reference to the Ordinance that he intended to veto same his main objection being the fact that the Health Officer had offered to serve for $300.00 and that he had an offer from Mr. Morton to serve as Clerk, Assessor and Attorney for$125.00 per month for this service. That in accordance with Sec 17 Chap 97 of Session Laws he would return to Council with a letter setting forth his reasons. The Council thereafter discussed when the matter could be again taken up, and it was moved by Councilman McMullen seconded by Thoday that this meeting be adjourned until Monday April 25,th 1927 at 8;00 PM Motion carried. ~r. Jr?,~k:~~/ . cipal erk. l' 296 ~.- IF,"",-:~ ~~T- MOll DAY APRIL 25TH., 1927. iiiiJ' "i'" Ii"~i ~'-'1l"P- li~ --:::""iji - r-iIli!F7'V" - i'W TII::-I'li"];III; Second Adjourned meeting of April 18th., 1927 called to order at 8 O'Clock PM by L. V. Ray, Mayor, present were Councilmen Badger, McMullen Orlander Painter Swetmann and Thoday. - Meeting adjourned to receive veto by Mayor of Ordinance in Blank ( Temporary NO.93) The Mayor reported receipt of a wire from James G Steese with ref. rence to proposed flood control of Lowell Creek, and was referring matter to the Committee on Glacier stream for report first Monday in May 1927. Under unfinished bsiness the matter of correspondence with Noel Smith, General Manager of the Railroad was referred to the Committee on Wharves and Docks as far as it referred to water front. Referring to Ordinance (Temporary No 93) in Blank, mayor read the following: Seward, Alaska April 25, 1927 To the I.iembers of the Common Council, City of Seward, Alaska. Gentlemen: , I return, without approval Ordinance 110. Blank ( 931) by the terms of which ordinance,salaries for the various city officers and offices for the year 1927-1928, are atcempted to be established. In accordance with the laws of the Territory of Alaska, I submit my objections to such proposed ordinance, in writing. In April 1925 a general raise in salaries was made over my protest,I have heretofore stated, and now repeat, that in my opinion the tax and other revenue of Seward should not and does not justify extravagance in any department of municipal affairs. The overhead for clerical ~nd kindred services iu excessive and unwarranted, unreasonable, and an undue burden upon the tax payers of the community. The present finances of and the ascertained demands upon the municipality, in alleged faith, reqdre the most rigid economy. We are now compelled to seek voluntary contribution from our tax-payers to meet the emergency created by the proposed project for the control of the flood waters of 10well Creek The lack of adequate quarters for the accomodations of children of School age is also an emergency measure. From the standpoint of local business interests, facilities for mooring, 01' otherwise making fast a;ld secure halibut boats, and other small cr~ft, in stres~ of weather, with facilitios for making repairs is of imperative Lnportance. Attached kBzHto and made a part of this communicatio~ are two original co~nunications .in the form of proposed 297 oontracts for ser'ice to the City of ;;)eward, under which a saving of the sum of ~1800.00, is possible for the ensuing year. I For very many years the salary of the Glerk of ~eward was at the rate of $50.00 per month- the assessor, for about sixty days work, received compensation at the rate of $300.00 per annum. I think there has been no such increase in the municipal business of Seward as will properly justify an increase in expenditures for clerical services, and for services of that kind. (signed) .. V. Ray, Mayor City of Seward, Alaska. (Attached thereto) ;;)eward Alaska April 19,1927 L. V. Ray, Mayor Seward, Alasy_a. Dear Mr. Mayor,- I In view of the demand upon the Gity of ~eward for contribution to control Lowell Creek waters, and of my long years of service as Health Officer, I am willing, in the event, the COu%~on council of ~eward sees fi~ to again honor me with the election to the office of Health Officer, to accept in full compensation the sum of $25.00 per month, from date of election until April 1st, 1928. YOllrLre authorized to submit this letter to the Common Oouncil of Seward for such action as the members thereof may see fit to take thereon. Yours respcctfull~, J .A.Baughman, Health Officer. (also attached) Seward ,Alaska April 19,1927 To the Honorable, '.i'he Mayor and 11embers of the City :ouncil, Seward, Alaska. Gentlemen:- I have the honor to hereby make application for the appointment to the following municipal offices: I Municipal Clerk, Assessor, and Attorney. for the en~uing year, and hereby agree, if appOinted, to diligently perform the duties of each of said offices, and to accept in full compe~Bation therefor, the sum of $125 per month. In the event of my appoint:nent, however I respectfully request permission to use the office furnished me as such municipal officer for the purpose of conducting therein my law office and other personal business. This as additional compensation for services rendered, and us a part thereof. ~_._.------- 9qR '--l $'...... .: --iiiIIF:-~-W , i1iiil~.;r."'ii.~ .1I'<!1iIi'!1ililil&lV'" This concession would on the other hand result in am material benefit to the city, for it will permit me to maintain office hours usually maintained by such officers, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., excepting of course, the lunch hour. I am a member of the bar of the Territory of Alaska, and am experienced in the work for which I make application. Respectfully submitted, Harry F'~ Morton. After reading communication presented for filing. Under unfinished business the matter of application by Gerhart Johnson for Lots 36 & 37 in Block 15 at a total cost of $100.00 was referred to the Committee on Assessment and Taxation. It was moved by Badger seconded by Swetman that the $25.00 rent for Gymnasium use of School be continued for the months of April and May. Upon calling the roll all councilmen voted in the affirmative. The following resolution was thereafter presented by Councilman Thoday. o R DII NAN C E NO. (Temporary 94) AN ORDINANCE FIXING THE RATE OF COMPENSATION TO BE PAID BY THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASL~, TO THE OFFICERS TO BE A~POINTED BY TH~ COWdON COUNCIL OF SAID CITY FOR THE PERIOD BEGINNING APRIL 18, 1927, and Declaring an Emergency. Be it ordained by the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska: Sec. 1. That for the period beginning April 18, 1927, the compensation to be paid the Municipal Officers of the City of Seward, Alaska, is hereby fixed and established by the terms and conditions hereina fter contained in this Ordinance, which compensation sh~ll be neither increased nor diminished during said term, nor shall said officers be entitled tomreceive in any form or shape any other or additional compensation from said city. 3ec.2. The Municipal Clerk shall receive a monthly salary at the rate of $75.00 per month. or $900. per annum. Sec.3. The Municipal Magistrate shall receive an annual salary at the rate of $1.00 per year. ,.-- 5ec.4. The Municipal Assessor shall receive an annual salary at the rate of $300. Sec.5. The Municipal Attorney shall receive an annual salary at the rate of $300. 8ec.6. The Municipal Health Officer shall receive an annual salary at the rate of $300. Sec.7. The Municipal Treasurer shall receive a salary of $1.00 per year. 299 Sec.8. The Chief of the Fire Department shall receive an annual salary at the rate of $1200. I Sec.9. The Chief of Police shall receive an annual salary at the rate of $1200. Sec.lO. Each of the salaries herein provided for shall be paid out of the general fund of the City of ~eward and shall be paid monthly. The Common Council shall, at its first meeting in each month approve and order paiE the salaries of all of the above named officers for the preceeding month, and the proper warrant shall be drawn on the Treasurer for the payment of such officer. Sec. 11. An emergency is hereby declared to exist and this Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its passage and approval. I Under the rule",. the ordinance went over to the text regular meeting for second reading. The street Committee reported uertain necessary work should be started while dump trucks were available, and asked for $200. It was thereafter moved by Badger seconded by Swetman that not to exceed $200.00 be allowed ~treet Committee for necessary street work. Upon Calling the roll, all councilmen voted in the affirmative. Moved by Badger seoonded by Orlander meetinp adjourn. ~~ ~. I / I I I ~oo e) MONDAY MAY 2 1927. Regular meeting of the Co~~on Council, City of Seward was oalled to order at 8 O'Clock PM by Mayor L. V. Ray with Councilmen Badger, If1cMullen Orlander Painter 5wetman and Thoday present. ~he Minutes of the last regular meeting and special intervening meetings read and approved. Communication from Gus Manthey wilh bill for repairs to floating dock read, and referred to Committee on fiharves and Docks. A Wire from Senator Howard re~d by Mayor and referred to Committee on Glacier Stream. The Mayor reported on status of Light Case being appealed and of refusal on Donahue and Diamond for extension. Claims as follows read: Joe De Grace Fred De Grace J. B. Slater John Preson Frank Gillespie I'{. Palmer O. Brehmer Seward Light & Power P. j. ::\ubber Co Seward Water & Power Cal M. Brosius Seward Athletic Club Chas E. Brown Robert Guest Fire Roll J. A. Bughman $ 28.50 2e.50 16.50 28.50 34.50 3.00 12.00 215.18 28.97 127.50 4.35 25 . 00 61.JCl 80.00 20.00 33.34 TOTAL$ll69.12 Alex Little Henry Paeben Tom Raney H. H. Mitchell R. Kern A. Larson Wm Fairman C. R. Morford Gateway Alaska Transfer Co Ogles Garage Bank of Seward O. Ulshagen J. P. Hannon A. .b. ~\Ucker 28.50 34.50 12.00 15.75 4.88 3.00 12.00 12.00 12.10 9.00 16.87 25.00 70.00 133.34 33.34 -. It w~s moved by Orlander seconded by McMullen that claims as read be allowed. Calling the roll, all councilmen voted in the affirmative. A Bill of 4.40 due Seward Drug Company WaS read and it was moved by Councilman Thoday seconded by Badger that claim be allowed and warrant order. d drawn covering same. Callin the roll, Councilmen Badger, McMullen Orlander Painter and Thoday voted in the affirmative, Councilman .;wetman not voting. The Mayor stated that the Clai:ns covering City Pay roll would be investigated as to leaglity of payment, a motion was thereafter made that Subject to determination of City Attorney as to leagality of same, Pay roll be Conditionally approved. Motion made by Councilman Badger seconded by Thoday, Callinf the roll, all councilmen voted in the affirmative. A Resolution Authorizing and Directing a Public Auction of Certain Lots in the City of Seward Alaska Owned by said City and for other purposes, was presented by Committee on Assessment and Taxation, and read by the Clerk for the First time. - , An Ordinance temporary number 95 presented by Same Committee Providing for the Assessment and Collection of Taxes and reapealing Ordinances Rumber 14, 27, and 49 of the City of seward Alaska, and for other purposes and declaring an emergency It was read for the first time. '" 301 Ordinance in Blank temporary number 94 was called up for its second reading, and read. I No amendments offered. It was moved by Council!llan OrLcnder seconded by Badger that the second reading be considered the third reading and ordinance placed upon its passage. Calling the Roll, All Councilmen voted in the affirmative. On the question shall the ordinance pass, the Roll being called All Councilmen voted No. The Mayor declared the Ordinance defeated. Councilman Orlander offered the following Ordinance Temporary number 96. AN OltDIIJAllCE FIXING TIE RaT';:; OF COMPENSATION TO BE PAID BY THE CITY OF~ SBiiARD AL..SKA TO OfFICERS AP-,-'OIl~rl'1D BY 'l'H2 COUI!tOlJ COUllCIL OF SAID CITY .!<'OR THE TERM: BNDIlW APRIl lOth 1928, OH UNTIL 'l'H.EIR SUCCESSORS ARE APPOINTED ;'liD (~rALIFIED, AND REP1:.AlIlIG ALL OlmIlLIW.h:S IN CONFLICT HEREWITH, AND D.h:CLARING AN E:.lliRGBllCY. I BE IT OHDAIlJED BY ':'H.2: 001LlON COUl/CIL OF TH"':; CITY OF SEWARD, kL.SKii.: Sec.l That for the period beginning with the date this ordinance takes effect una ending April lOth, 1928 or until the successors of the officers appointed for said terms are appointed and qualified, the compensation to be paid by the Municipal Officers of the City of Seward, Alaska, is hereby fixed and established by the terms ~nd conditions hereinafter c_ntained in this Ordinance with compensation shall be neither increased nor di _inished durinf said term nor shall said officers be entitled to receive in any form or shape any other or adc i tiunal cOJ:1pensation from the said City. Sec. 2. The Muncipal Clerk shall r, ceive a monthly salary at the rate of ;$~50.00 per month or $1800.00 per annum. Sec. 3. The ~uniciDal Magistrate shall receive a morthtly salary at the rate of-$25.00 per month or $300.00 per annum. Sec.4. The :i.lunicipal Assessor shall rece: ve a monthly sulary at the rate of 025.00 per month or $300.00 per annwn. Sec.5. The ::unicipal Attorney f'nE~ 1 reel' VI' '1 r,nntr';_,' [r.;l'1r;-T ,!-It tht, Y':lte 'If ~f'}.').l .~.'r I:lr'll1th "1::' $60').1)) ;')UT '1'T!1'P!l. Sel';. G The ~\iLl11tl~ip'J.~. rIA', -Lth ()ffi~{~I' S~'J..l ~_ r r~"; 1 '..~Qj ~..l. ':lorrt'h M .~ ly salary at the rate of i50.00 per month or ~600.00 per annum. I Sec. 7. The Municipal Treasurer shall receive a yearly salciry at the rate of ;,f1.00 per annum. Sec. 8. The Chief of the Fire Department shallre~eive a monthly sa~.ry at the rate of 1100. per month or $1200. per annum. '~ ~ec. 9. The Uhief of ~oliue ~hall receive a monthly salary at the rate of ~lOO.oo per month or ~1200. por annum. Sec.lO. Each of the salaries herein provided for shall be '-aid out of the general fund of the City of Seward and shall be pajd monthly. The Common Council shall at its first meetinf, in each ( 302 r-ft' ;;0; "'f"jl;;"i?II<! .-. ^,- ","".- -..r""lilli'"'1" ,ii'; "Pi-"'5N7 .;;...._IIi'.1i1l!ll- 'i-.'!l'If,:illI ill , '" approve and order paid the salaries of all the above named officer for the preceeding month and proper warrant shall be drawn on th Treusurer for the payment of same. Sec. 11. All Ordinances in Conflict herewith are hereby Sec. 12. An Emergency is hereby declared to exist and this Ordinance shall take effeet immediately upon its passage and approval. The Mayor stated it would take the unanimous consent of the Council to introduce the Ordinance at this time. Moved by McMullen Seconded by Swetman that the ordiance introduced be read. Upon call of the roll, All Councilmen voted in the affirmative. Ordinance Temporary number 96 was there..fter read. It was Moved by Councilman Orlander seconded by McMullen that the rules be suspended for the Adoption of the Salary ordinance All Councilman Upon call of the roll, voted in the afiirmative. It was moved by Councilman Orlander seconded by Badger that the first reading of the ordinance be considered its second reading and it be read for the third time by title only. Upon call of the Roll, all councilmen voted in the affirmative. Ordinance Temporary number 96 _aw thereafter read by title only It was moved by Orlander seconded by Badger that the Emergency clause be adopted. Badger McMullen Orlander Painter S ~man Upon Calling the roll xxx counCilmen/voted in the affirmative. Councilman Thoday asked to be excused from vOcing. The Mayor thereafter stated that the Ordinance waws dead because of the ~as~age of the emergency clause. Councilman Orlander moved seconded by McMullen, appealing from the Decision of that ruling. The Mayor called for the roll on whether the Chairs ruling stand. The Roll being Called Councilmen ~gax McMullen Orlander Painter (;nd Swetman voted No. Councilmen Badger and Thoday yes. The Mayor stated the Chairs decision was sustained. Reports, Committoe Committee on Wharves and Docks stated the Bill for labor on floating dock would be investigated. street Committee reported expenditure of av~ilable funds and stated $150.00 addition was required. It was moved by Cou cilman Badger sencoded by Thoday that the Street Committee be allowed not to exceed $150.00 ~xx Calling the roll, all councilmen voted in the affirmative. It was so ordered. street Committee further reported that the Corner of fourth and Washington, the Daggett lot sidewalk was in dangerous condition. Matter passed over under unfinished business. Light Committee reported Multiple lights wero ordered discontin d on May fi rst . Finance committee returned with endorsement Report of Auditor and aaked same be filed. 303 .. - . I The Bond of the School Tax collector was presented by City Attorney. and it was moved by McMullen seconded by Thoday that same be approved. Calling the roll, Councilmen B',dger McMullen Painter and Thoday voted in the aL'irmati ve, Councilmen Orlander and Swetman not voting. Moved by Painter seconded by McMullen ~~. that council adjourn. ~~v~ / C L B H K. MAYB5Th 1927. The Council was called to order at 2;30 )'Clock ~1 By Mayor L. v. Ray with Councilmen Badger, McMullen Orlander Painter and Swetman present. The Mayor stated this meeting had been called and opened for the purpose of taking action on the payment of salaries to acting Officers of the Town of Seward, and thereafter read See 10, of the Alaskan Session Laws. I The Follwoing claims were thereafter read. Roneert Guest Fire Chief and Chief of Police J. P. Hannon. Municipal Clerk, City Assessor and Municipal Magistrate A. E. Rucker, City attorney J. A. Baughman City Health Officer $133.34 4; 133.34 33.36 33.34 The First Claim of Robert Guest, for 133.34 for salary from April 11th to 30th inclusive. It was moved by Swetman seconded by McMullen that s:.:.me be paid and warrant ordered drawn covering same. Upo~ call of Roll all councilmen voted in the affirmative. Claim of J. P. Hannon, for $133.34. Salary April l)th to 30th Inclusive 1927 read and motion made by Thoday seconded by Painter that same be ordered paid, upon call of the Roll, all Councilmen voted in the affirmative. Claim of A. ~. Rucklr, acting City attorney read, amount 33.34 from April l,)th to April 30th incluv ce 1927. Moved by Councilman Bdger seconded by McMullen that same be approved and warrant covering same be ordered drawn. Upon Ct~ll of the roll, all councilmen voted in the affirmative. Claim of J. A. Baughman, as acting Health Officer amount 33.34 for period April 10th to 30th inclusive read, and Upon Motion by Councilmn Swetman se(.:onded by Painter ordered paid. C ~ling the roll all councilmen voted in the af1irmative. I The Council thereafter upon motion seconded by McMullen, ad~ourned. ~R by Councilman Orlander ~/c ~~ C L .2: R K ~. / 304 r MONDAY MAY 16, 1927. r- I ,-5'i.Bilii.. 'V "if._""" t'MilRi' Regular Council meeting City of Seward, Alaska held this date in the Council Chambers. :.leeting called to order at 8 O'Clock PM by Mayor L. V. Ray with Counci~men Badger McMullen Orlander Painter Swetman and Thoday present. The Minutes of the last regular meeting and intervenien special meeting were read and approved. Communications being Corporation report in accordance with law requirements by Seward Light and Power Company for years 1925 and 1926 presented and referred to the Light Committee. - Communication from the cieward Water and Power Company l'eporting the sale of its property and assets including its franchise under ordinance Nn 36 to H. V. Hoben and A. F. Davis, referred by Mayor to City Attorneyfor information if franchise could be transferred or assigned. Communication and reoort from School Board referred to School Committee. Claims totalling 133.50 as follows read: Joe Degrace J. B. Slater Alex Little Frank Gillespie Chas Strom $18.00 18.00 18.00 16.00 7.50 F. Degrace J' ..t'reston Paddy Carroll l.1 B Lanning $18.00 18.00 18.00 3.00 ",' - It was vhereafter moved by Councilman Orlander seconded by Badger that the claims be allowed and warrants covering same ordered drawn. Calling the roll all councilmen voted in the affirmative. An ordinance known as salary Ordinance was there after presented by Co' ncilman McMullen and read as follows: flA.AN O~{[;INAIJCE FIXING THl;; RATE OF COMP.r;NSA'rION TO BB PAID BY THl!; Cny OF SEiJARD ALASKA TO OF:B'ICI:RS AFPOIWPED BY THE C01lMON COU1~CL OF SAID CITY FOR TH~ TEm~ ENDING APRIL 10TH 1928, or until 'L'HEIR SUCC.c;SSORS liR, APPOIl~T.GD dm QUALIFIED, AND R~PEALING ALL ORDINANCES IH CONFLICT HEREWITH AND DECL"HIlW AN EliU;;RGEllCY. BE IT ORG1ilAI1~ED BY TH.:c; Cm,ll.IOl~ COUNCIL OF 'fHE CITY OF SEWARD ALASKA. See 1 That fOr the period this ordiancne takes effect and ending April loth 1920, or until the successors of the officers appointed for said term are Qppointed and qualified, the compen sation to be paid the Municipal Officers of the Uity of Seward Alaska, is hereby fixed and established by the terms and condit ions hereinafter contained in this Ordinance which compensation shall be neither increased nor diminished during said term nor shall said officers be entitled to receive in any form or shape an, other or additonal compe~stion from the said City. Sec. 2. The Muncipal clerk shall receive a monthly salary at the rate of $150.00 per month or $1800.00 per annum. " SeC.3. The Municipal Magistrate shall recieve a monthly sala y at the rate of $25.00 per month or $300.00 per annum. 3ec.4. The Municipal Assessor shall receive a monthly salary at the rate of $25.00 per month or $300.00 per annum. Sec.5. The municipal Attorney shall roceive a monthly salary at the rate of 50.00 per month or 600.00 per annum 305 I Sec.6. The Municipal Health Officer shall receive a monthly salary at the rate of $50.00 per month or $600.00 per annum. Sec.7. The Municiapl Treasurer shall receive a y~arly salary at the rate of $1.00 per annum. Sec.8. The 0hief of the Fire Department shall receive a monthly salary at the rate of 100. ,0 per month or $1200.)0 per annum. Sec.9. The Shief of Police shall receive a monthly salary at th rate of $100.00 per month or $1200.00 per annum. Sec.lO. ~ach of the salaries herein provided for shall be paid out of the General Fund of the City of Seward and shall be paid monthly. The Uommon council shall at its first meoting in each month approve and ordor apid the salaries of aful the above named officers for the preceeding month and proper warrant shall be drawn on the Treasurer for the payment of the same. Sec.ll All ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby reapealed. 5ec.121 An Emergency is hereby (eclared to exist and this ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its passage and approval. Passed by the Common Counc 1 of the City of Seward Alaska this 16th day of May 1~27. I Approved this day of May 1927. May 0 r - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - It w~s roved by Orlander seconded by McMullen that the rules be suspended for the adoption of the 0rdinance. Upon Calling the roll, all councilmen voted in the affirmative It was moved by Orlander seconded by Thoday that the first reading of the ordin~nce be considered its second reading and it be read for the third time by title only. Upon calling the roll, Councilmen Baager, McMullen Orlander Painter Swetman votes yes Councilman Thoday no. I The Ordinance was read for the third time by title. The ~oll ~as thereaf0er oalled on the passage of the Ordinance and ~ouncilmen Badger McMullen Orlander Painter and ~wetman votes yes Councilman Thoday No. The Roll was then called on the emLrgency clause, Councilmen Badger McMullen Orlander Painter Swetman KRd;c2kRKK7 voted yes Councilman Thoday No. The Mayor then stated he would veto the ordiannce and would give his reasons in writing as required by Law. Reports of Committees called for and School Committee reported on Crowded condition of high school but were not yet ready to gf~er any suggestions or recommendations. The recommended the granting of a Ivan to School Board amounting to $2500.00 which was urgently needed for current expenses. A Motion thereafter being bade by /--- /306 f F-- r-- T "I - W --..uiill~ l'Il,lKWIii W _iiiii_" Orlander seconded by Thoday that the Clerk be instructed to draw a warrant in favor of the Treasurer Seward School Board amounting to $2500.00 as a loan. Calling the roll, all councilmen voted in the affirmative. -- Glacier stream committee reported the appropriation of $10,000. 00 for the rmlief of the Town made by Legislature for flood control. Street Committee reported all street work planned was completed that gravel would be scraped by the Bu of Pub ~oads scraper, also that sidewalk to Lepot on Adams street was being repaired. Fire committee reported the, need for new fire truck springs, an~ same had been ordered account emergency. Councilman Orlander as a committee of the Chamber of Commerce called the attention of Council to work being planned for decoration day on the plot of proposed City cemetary, stating t~at much benefit would accrue to city as a result, and suggested action by the council in preperation and assistance for Decoration day, especially in the clearing of a road to the cemetary tract. Thereafter a motion was made by Swetman secon~ed by McMullen that not to exceed $150.00 be allowed for this purpose, to be expended by a special committee on C5IDetary. Calling the roll, all councilmen voted in the affirmative. A Motion was made by Orlander seconded by McMullen that a special cemetary committee be appointed. All Councilmen voted in the affirmative. The Mayor thereafter appoijted Councilmen Badger and I,icMullen as a special Cemetary committee. The Resolution covering the sale of lots now held by the City was %Radx~rxxkHxxKSxxxXme, and the following amendments offered. (called) and insert in Lieu thereof the f & w 6th d~y of June to strike the Figures and words 23 May It wab moved by Swet~;",n seconded by McMullen that section 1 line one be JIJDllIlH/to read " That on the 6th day of July 1927 at the hour of" Calling the roll all councilmen voted in the affirmative. It was Moved by Councilman Painter Seconded by Thoday that in Sec 2 Line 4 the words and figures 23rd day of May be struck and the words and figures 6th day of June be inserted in lieu thereof Calling the roll all Councilmen voted in the affirmative. It was Moved by "ouncilmannlander seconded by Swetman that in section 2 Line 5 the words and figures 23rd ray of May be st~uck and the words imd fLures 6th day of June be inserted in lieu thereof. Calling the roll, all councilmen voted in the aflirmative. 'It- On the question shall the resolution a2 read and amended pass The Roll being called all councilm n voted in the affirmative. Tax Ordinance Temporary number 95 was read for the second time by title only, With reference to a report of the 0ity attorney covering expense incident to printing and preparing brief in Light case, a rebate of $23.00 from the $150.00 allowed was presented to the council. The Mayor reported that he felt this should be turned over the Seward Gate\vay who printed the brief, as the charge of $1.00 per page made for this work was not a fair price. ,,;,-\ . , tom \ \ \ '" 30~ ~ ---- I A Motion wat thereaftel made by Councilman ;;lwet man seconded by l.1cMullen that the Clerk endorse and turn OveI' to the Seward Gateway the Check for $23.00 rebated by City attorney. Calling the Roll. Councilmen McMullen Painter Swetman and Thoday voted in the affirmative, Councilmen Badger and Orlander No. Motion declared carried. It was thereafter moved by by Councilman Badger that this Wednesday May 20th., 1927. ~- Councilman Orlander seconded meeting adjourn until 7 PM ~~ C E It K / ViEDHE.oDAY MAY 20TH 1927. Adjourned rnee ting of the Conunon Council town of Seward called at 7 O'Clock PM by Mayor L. v. Ray. with Councilmen Badger helm, Hofman McmUllen Painter and Swetman present. Councilman Orlander absent. I The Mayor stated that this meeting had been adjourned at the request.. of the Glacier ;;;tream Committee for the purpose of conference with mag Gen Steese, District Engineer. I iMix Major General ~teese who was present described to the council what would be required from the City in the way of finances for the construction of proposed flume, and that same would not be forthcoming before the next fiscal year. He stated that it was neces8,:J,r~ at this time to have some word from the Council as to their attitude in the matter, and that arrangements be made for the depositing of the required funds to the Credit of the U. S Treasury when required before work would begin. After some discussion a resolution was presented authorizing the Mayor of the City of Seward to pledge the credit of the Municipality for the sum of $15,000.00, payment of which should be made before June 1, 1928, to the Treasurer of the u. S. Calling the roll on the resolution, all Councilmen present voted in the affirmative. Thereafter The uistrict Engineer spoke to the Council on Civic affairs answering all questions any councilman cared to ask of hLI. I Maj Gen Steese was thanked by the Mayor for his infvrmation and interest, in the community and its citizens, the council thereafter upon motion adjourning. ~ <~ c:/./ C L B R K ---._._~._- --- / 308 MONDAY JUNE 6, 1927. Regular meeting of the Common Council, City of Seward held this date in the Council Chambers, The Meeting was called to order at 8 O'Clock Pm by Mayor 1. V. Ray. with Councilmen McMullen OrlandLr Puinter and Swetman and Thoduy, Councilman B~dger arriving after roll call. (", The Minutes of the last regular meeting were ~pproved. A Communication from Mrs Lindsey was read and referred to the Police Committee. Claims Totalling $l,387.62 were read and acted upon as follows Claim for salary Robert Guest 1~100.00 as Fire Chief $100.00 as Police Chief, Moved by Councilman McMullen seconded by Swetm~n same be allowed and warrant covering same ordered drawn. Calling the roll, all councilmen voted in the affirmative. Claim for Salary month May J. P. Hannon $25.00 Magistrate; $25.00 Assessor; $150.00 City clerk, Moved by McMullen seconded by Swetman claim be allowed and warl'ants covl.ring same ordered drawn. Calling the roll, all councilmen voted in the affirmative. Claim for Salary, ~. E. Rucker $50.00 Moved Orl~nder seconded McMullen, claim be allowed and arrants covering same ordered srawn, Calling the roll all councilmen voted in the affirmati'e. Claim of Salary May Dr. J. A. Baughman $50.00 read and motion by Badger seconded by OrL.nder that sase be paid, Calling the roll, all councilmen voted in the affirmative. A Claim of the City Express amounting to $2.35 was read and upon motion by Swetman seconded by Badger ordered paid, calling the roll Councilmen Badger I.~cMullen Orlander Swetman and Thoday voted in the affirmative, Councilman Painter not voting. It was so ordered. Clai:n of P. C. McMullen ~10.00 read and moved by Swetman seconded by Badger that same be allowed and warrants carering sarae orucr 0 drawn, calling th<c Roll, Councilmen Badger Orland r Painter :;lwetman and Thoaay voted in the afiirmative, Councilma McMullen not voting. Claim of Gerhart Johnsonfort33.00 labor and material on traffic signals, read and moved by Orlandcr seconded by Badger that same be allowed, "nd warrant c0vering it ordered drawn. CaLing the roll, All Councilmen voted in the af,firmative. Balance of claims read as O. 1/. Brehmer 22.50 Wm Chichenoff 6.000 C Roden 6.00 M.B.Lanning 16.50 M Favro 5.25 Leo Onhauser 11.25 Geo Thorkelson 2.25 Ogles Garage 21.82 Seward L & P Co. 59.40 Brown Hawkins 92.85 Seward Water Co 127.50 Bank Seward 25.00 follows: A. Little 30.75 Ike Hergard 6.00 L. Odman l6.50 M Morrison 9.75 G Gregg 6.00 C Skinner 11.25 J Ironsides 17.00 Bank Seward 72.00 J P Hannon 12.75 Als Transfer 3.50 Seward A.C. 25.00 Alasl:a Railroad 2.00 H Mitchell H Paeben J Slater P Carroll C Sleeman Fire Roll std'Oil Co Gateway J L Graef Andys Exp C E Brown It was moved by Swetman seconded by Badger that the claims as read be allowed and warrants covering same ordered drawn. Calling the roll all councilmen voted in the affirmative. It was so ordered. " "- "- -, , I , -- I 22.50 12.00 6.00 6.00 n. 25 20.00,- 10.50 26.30 . 12.40 12.50 61.00 ". 309 The Mayor returned to the Council the Salary Ordinance lio.92 with his veto, as required by law and stated therein his reasons for not signing. I It Wus thereafter moved by Orlander seconded by Badger that Ordinance stand as passed by Council. Calling the roll all Councilmen Badgor McMullen Orlandor Painter and ::iwetrmm voted in the aff'irrnative; Councilman Thoday in the negative. Ordinance declared passed over Mayors veto, Mayor made remarks to the council at this cime on his action in the matter and informed them also of his fufture plan of action to prevent ordinance from being effective. RESOLUTION Authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to Issue tax deed to the City of Seward for Lots in ::ieward Townsite No.4 Bluck 32; 17 Block 35; 18 Block 35; 24 Block 39 25 Block 39; 26 Block 39; fractional 27 Block 39; 18 Block 40; 19 Block 40: In Laubner Addition Lots 21, 22, 23 Block 8, by reBEon of purchase of these ~ots for delinquency., waG read for the third time and placed on its passage. On the question shall the Resolution pass,.ll Councilmen voted in the affirmative. ~Tax Ordinance coming up for its Xkixd third reading was read for the third time by Title only and a motion was made by Councilmnn Orlnder seconded [)y Swetman that it be placed on its passage. Calling the roll all councilmen voted in the affirmative. I On the question shall the ordinance pass, All Councilmen voted in the affirmative. Callin the roll on the Emergency clause, all councilmen voted in the ai'fir;na t i ve. The Mayor stated he would return the Ordinance to the Council without his s~gnature, and would state his reasons in writing as required by Law. .l.he lilayor stated he had made a tl'if) with the territorial high'iiay engineer l.lr Sommers to the l\aliio station where Ivlr Sommers was conciuL:ted by MrRay, Lieut Jones 11 d Captain Gutherie over available sites for landing fields to be used by Aeroplanes, that approximately ~lOOO.OO would be roquired to put same in shape, .25% of which was to be paid by the Municipality. That Ed Young pilot from Anchorage would probably be over to inspect site ~.nd Datter v'muld than be turned over to the C~~i":;ttpp "~'rf" st",,,, ('-!> ':'}:8 ~~'Y1"""'1,}'" Secretary and Treasurer of the Territory for fi!~l action. Cemetery Committee appointed for spedal worL reported $161.00 expended to date but that there would probably be a credit on unused sup:plies that would bing it back to the figure appropriated ~150.00 I street Committee reported work on ~idewalks Adams Street to Depot from Harriman Bank Bldg, used to date 49.50 A Resolution VhS presented at this tiDe combining the officec of City Clerk, Magistrate and Assessor. And the I,layor stated under the rules it would layover until the next regular meeting. A Resolution combining the offices of Chief of the Fire Department and Chief of Police was read, and a motion thereafter made by Swetman seconded by Orlander that the rules be suspended for the adoption of this Resolution. The roll being ealled all councilmen voted in the affirmative. ---- / 310 I ,MIl . {"'"v ... On the question shall the resolution pass the roll being called, all councilmen voted in the affirmative. A Motion wa, thereafter made by Orlander seconded by Badger that J. P. Hannon be appointed Municipal Assessor. at a monthly salary of $25.00 per month. All Councilmen voted in tho affirmative. The Mayor said the Motion etc., was out of order that the assessor should be elected by the council. Police committee stated they would make a written report on the complaint of Mrs Lindsey. Fire Committee reported that new spring had been installeo in the Fire truck. Alsomrecommended the purchase of a new battery charge~ to replace one worn out in service, the cost of which would probably not exceed 15.00. A Motion WaS thereafter made by Councilman Orl~nder seconded by McMullen that a sum not to exceed $15.00 be allowed the Fire Committee to Durchase a new Battery Charger for the truck battery. Calling the roll, all cOlncilmen voted in the affirmative. It wasthereafter moved and seconded that the meeting adjourn. ~ ;):tt~~ c;::/ CL:::;RK - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - THURSDAY JUNZ 9, 1927. A Special meeting of the Common Council, City of Seward was called at 8 O'Clock PM this date by Mayor L. V. Eay with Councilmen Badger, McMullen Painter Swetman and Thoday pretent. x The Mayor stated this meeting had been called and opened for the purpose of expediting the veto of e.a&n~nce covering Taxes, in order to avoid complications on this years assessment. The Mayor then read his reasons for not signing the ordinance. He afterwards recommended that the Committee on Law and Ordinance and Assessment and Taxation endeavor to prepare a new tax ordinance in compliance with legislation passed during the late session of the Legislature, but which will not become effective until August. Due to the need for an assessor by the fifteenth instant a motion was made by Badger seconded by Swetman that the clerk be instructed to advertise in the Daily gateway that applications would be recievecl for the Combined offices of Chief of Police and Chief of the Fire departmelt st a salary of $200.00 per month, also that applications would be received for the position of City Assessor, Municipal Magistrate and Municipal Clerk at the Combined salary of $200.00 per month. Applications to be filed in the Office of the City Clerk by 5 O'clock PM Monday June 13th., Motion carried. \ \ \ 'I The Mayor called attention to the necessity for action in preparing for the high school quarters required next school term, he stated there would be 8 additional pupils and that one m0re teacher would be probably added to high school staff, which would give Seward an acredited High School. and hoped the Committee on 0chools with meet with School Board and settle school affairs. It was thereafter moved that this meeting adjourn ~ ~Af'OAA J ~ June 13, 1927. A Special meeting of the Common Council, called for the purpose of passing upon applications for the officers advertised; City Clerk, Assessor ..<ud Magistrate, and Fire Chief and Chief of Police, was called to order at 8 O'Clcok ai by Mayor L. V. Ray with Councilmen Badger McMullen Painter Swetmiin a"ld Thoday present. Councilman Orlander absent. I Communications were first read from the School Board with reference to financial requirements for coming year which wc_s referred to the School Committee to e:z.plain to School Board, Communication L'om Gus i.ianthey referring to l,abor bill for work on Floating dock, referred to regular meetinf. Application from Robert Guest for reuppointm,nt as Chief of Police ~nd Chief of the Fire Deprt~ent was read It wa~ moved by Badger seconded by McMullen that the Unanimous vote of the Council be cast for Mr Guest xKhfia:'..).aREmlJmRlmm:txwRxxBEX!IlXI:le:x fl'he ..loti on carred, the Roll being called, and the Clerk announced the vote cast. Mr Guest wa asked to take his oath of office. Moved by Painter seconded by ::lwetm"n th",t ebuncilman McMullen c:.st the unanimous vote of the council for J. P. Hannon as Municipal Clerk, Municipal Magistrate and Assessor . All 00uncilmen voting in the affirm_tive, Councilman McMullen declared the vote was so cast. I Mayor stated the matter of Tre~surer Health Officer and Municipal Attorney would be brought before the next regular meeting, and the council thereafter upon motion was declared adjourned. ~~ l..---/ 312 Special Meeting held at 9;30 RM June 30, 1927. . Meeting called to order at request of four members of the 1 Common Council, City of Seward for the purQse of electing a municipal Magistrate to serve during the absence or disqualification of J. P. Hannon, Municipal Magistrate. Councilman Orlander was eclected acting Chairman, A. E. Rucker was appointed to act as temporary clerk. Upon Call of the Roll, Coun~ilmen Badger McMullen Orlander Painter Swetman and Thoday present. Thomas P. Graham was nominated as municipal Magistrate to act during the absence or disqualification of J.P. Hannon, Municipal Magistrate. NO other nominations. and nominations declared closed. Thereafter a motion was made by Councilman Badger seconded by Thoday that Clerk be instructed to cast the unanioous ballott of the council for the election of T. P. Graham as municipal Uagistrate to aut during the allsence or dmsqualification of J. ~. Hannon as Municipal MagistBate. Calling the roll, all councilmen voted in the affirmative. There being no further business the meeting was adjourned. '1/ t~~~ \Ji ' A t g. ~ayor Act'-g Clerk. Uonday July 4TH., 1927. This being a holiday no meeting of the common council held. ~~, Clerk. Tuesday July 5TH., 1~27. There being no quorum of the Common Council present at 8 O'Cluck elM t'"is date the meeting w"'s declared adjourned until Monday July 11th., 1927. /GIL~ ~ .' , 313 Mo.NDAY JULY ELEVENTH 1927. I An adjourned regular meeting of the Common Council, City of Seward, was called to order at 8 o.'Clock PM this date by Mayor L. V. Ray, with Councilmen Badger, McMullen Drlander Swetman and Thoday present; Absent Councilman Painter. There being no objections, the minutes of the last regular meeting and intervening special meetings, were declareu approved. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A Resolution as follows read: WHElful~:;}, Notice of delinquent taxes and assessments for the year 1926 has been duly published in the Seward Daily Gateway, a newspaper of general circulation published at Seward, Alaska and the publication of said notice has been completed, Now Therefore, BE IT llliSo.LVEDBY THE Co.MMo.N Co.UlWIL o.P THB CITY o.F SEdARD, ALASKA, 1. ~hat J. r. Hannon, as Municipal clerk of the ~ity of Seward, be, and hereby is, authorized and directed to verify and file in the District Court for the Territory of Alaska, Third Division, a proper application for an order of sale of all property listed in the delinquent Tax Roll of the City of Seward, Alaska for the year 1926. Adopted under a suspension of the rules this eleventh day of July 1927. J.E.Hannon, Municipal Clee rk. I Approved this eleventh day of July 1927 L. V. RAY, MAyo.R. It was moved by Councilman Swetman seconded by McMullen that the rules be suspended for the adJption of the Resolution. Calling the roll, all Oounciilimen voted in the Affirmative. On the Question, Shall the Resolution pass? The nolI being called, all counciilimen voted in the affirmative. ':. A Communication from the Volunteer Firemens Organization asking that 10.0..0.0 be allowed for the publicity fund of July Fourth read; A Motion thereafter being made by Swetman seconded by Thoday that $10.0..0.0. b e allowed for publici ty, and the roll called on the motion Council:Jen McMullen Drlander Ra:iE Swetman and Thoday voted Yes, Councilman Badger NO.: Absent Councilman Painter. Motion carried. I Bills as follows Robert Guest F. Knutson Tony 'arish "alte:;.' Holben City Express Gate~ay Publishing Seward Mach Shop P. C. McMullen Alaska Transfer Seward Water Sup Seward Light & p G. Bruland A. E. ltucker read, totalling $240..0.0. 6.0.0. 27.0.0. 12.0.0. l2.0.0.(out) 27.15 5.60 2.0.0. (out) 13.0.0. 127.50. 39.70. . 6.0.0 50..0.0. ;;;;1,0.0.0..15- J.r.Hannon $20.0.0.0. H.H.Mitchell 21.0.0. O.li .Brehmer 30..0.0. M.B.Lanning 3.75 C. M. Brosius 32.50 Ogles 41.90. J. L. Graef 7.15 Ogles 6.00. Clerk Court 11.0.0. Bank ;jeward 25. ')0. G. Thorkelson 2.25 Baughman 50..0.0. A Motion wus made b~T I.'0)'"l '.")'1 "''''''''1'1'''', by Thoday that the bills as re~G be allowed. All Councilmen voted in the affirmative on call of the roll 314 IIfI liliIiiii' ---, I1'Ililhi A Bill of P. C. McMullen for $2.00 was read and it was moved by ~wetman seconded by Badger that warrant be ordered drawn covering it. Calling the Roll Councilmen Badger Orlander Swetman and Thoday voted in the affirmative. Not Voting Councilman McMullen Absent Councilman Painter. - ~ Bill of Seward Drug Company $1.65 was read and it was moved by l.lcMullen seconded by Orlander that same be alloweu and warrant ordered drawn. Calling the i':oll Councilme Badger McMullen urlander and Thoduy voted in the affirmative Absent Councilman Painter nit voting Councilman Swetman. n Checks for Public Health Officer and City Attorney were there after amounting to $50.00 respectivelyy and a motion was made by McMullen seconded by Thoday that same be ordered KXKWHpai and warrents covering same ordered drawn Calling the roll, all counci~men present voted Aye. Under Committee reports attention was called to a statement of Dr. Alcorn of his d~sire to open up the Seward General Hospita anc of his d~sire for certain conces2ions from the Common Council in the way of concessions covering taxes. The IXayor stated he was appointing a special committee consisting of Swetman and McMullen to consider the matter and in J;di tion this committee was to investigate what could be done in checking the flJod now endangering the cemetary and gardens in that vicinity thru the flood waters coming down the roads there. he suggested Mr Colwell of the AlaEka Railroad be approa ched on the subject. The School Co~nittee presented a report covering recommendations of the School Board as well as a statement of the expenditures for the period ending on June 30 1927 as received from the Board. The Committee reported that they beleived $200.00 wuuld cover the requirements for necessary repairs in the grade building and a motion was thereafter made by McMullen seconded by Badger that $200.00 be allowed School ~ommittee to carryon necessary work. Calling the roll, all councilmen voted in the affirmativ . ~iscussing the High S_hool problenl, the co~nittee presented a communic'J,tion from Mr Hawkins representing Charles Brown, Agent 01 the Ha~riman Bank building stating that the presant quarters used by the high school would be available at the total rate charged last year, and in aodition the quarters now occupied by L. V. Ray Law Offices would b,e made aVd.ilablc if desired at an additional cost of $75.00 per month including Janitor and Heating and water service, t~.t sufficient notice was required to allow necessary alter~tions to be made prior to School ag~in in session, in addition this offer stipulated that in the event building was sold City would remove School therefrom within 60 days notice thereof. A Motion was thereafter made by McMullen seconded by Swetman that the offer of Mr Brown be accepted and building be occupied from September frst 1927, the clerk to so inform the Agent. Calling the roll all cOlCncilme~; present voted in the affirmative. The Police Committee reported that the Chief of Police desired 2 or 3 d'iYs leave of absence, and it was neces:, :iry that someone be appointed to temporarily relaave him. After discussion F. E. Leslie and O. W. Brehmer were nominated to fillthe vacancy during abbence of Robert Guest. Upon a poll being taken the Ballot showed five uotcs cast for Mr Brehmer, and it was regularly moved and seconded that The unanimous vote of the Council be CLlst by the Clerk for O. Ii. Brehmer as temporary Fire Chief JnQ Chief of Police during the absence of Robert Guest. Calling the roll, all councilmen voted in the affirmative. -( It was ~ the rafter moved and seconded that the cuuncil MAYOR LEEK. 315 JULY 15TH 1927. I The Regular meeting of the Common Council, City of ~eward Alaska, was this date adjourned until the next regular meeting; August first 1927- account no qorum present. (~~.. ~~c~pal Clerk. August 1st., 1927. Regular meeting of the Common Council, City of Seward on account of no quorum, was adjourned until Friday August 5th., 1927. Clerk. Friday August 5th., 1927. I Regular adjourned meeting of the Common Council, City of Seward, called at 8 O'Clock PM in the Council Chambers, with Councilmen Badger, McMullen Orlander Painter Swetman and Thoday present. lJinutes of the last regular and intervening special meetings were read and ordered approved. I Communications none. Resolution with cop~ of delinquent roll presented and resolution read as follows: -RBSOLU'l'I ON- BE IT R :::>OLv.c;1; BY 'l'HE COMLIC' ~'lP'T(~TJ, '):;' ClT.~~ CITY OF SE,liiliD AL.ASKA. 1. That by virtue of and pursuant of a duly entered Order of ::>ale dated the 15th day of July 1927, made,nd entered by the District (jour: for the Territory of Alaska Third Division in the matter of the Application of the City of ;;)eward, Alaska, a municipal corporation, for an order pf sale,'f certain delinquent municipal taxes for the year 1926, t9geather with penalty, interest and costs, the ~lerk of the vity of Seward, is hereby directed to sell the property describedin said order of sale ~nd the ~elinquent Ho or so much thereof as on the date of sale hereinafter prescri edshall be mnund unpaid as to taxes, penalty, interests and costs, upon each speaific tract, in the manner !lroveded by law. 2. '1' hat the clerk of the Ci t;; of --eward shall cause to be made due and sufficeint Notice of such sale, by punlicat- ionthereof, once a week for four successive weeks in the Sewara Daily Gatewo:y a newspaper of generu.l circulation, published in said City of Seward, Alaska, which newspaper is hereby designated for such purpose by this Common Council 3. That the sale of real property listed upon the Delinquent tax roll of the City of ~eward, Alaska for the year 1926, to satisfy and discharge the lien of the unpaid tax upon the several and specific tracts desclibed, togeather with penalyt interests and costs, be had at public auction of the MunicipalClerk, at ~eward Alaska on the twelfth day of September 1927 between the hours of ten O'Clock in the forenoon ana four O'clock in th afternoon and if said tax sale is not concluded on said day the same shall continue) ~,!rom day to day thereafter, over Sunday and holidays until tbe property subject to tax sale, and in said Notice, is disposed of. ~. ( 316 , ~ P'l "r, -'l"O. 'i! -" IIVV---. P.I...... 4. That each tract, upon said delinquent tax roll of the of Seward, Alaska for the year 1926, be sol& seperately, and offered for the amount of the tax penalty interest and costs due thereon: and, if sufficient is not bid to discharge the amount due thereon, such specific tract shall be bid in by the said cler of the ~ity of Seward, for and on behalf of the said Municipality for the amount of Tax, penalty., interests and costs, making prope motation upon said delinquent Tax Roll. Passed under s~spension of the rules this 5th day of August 1927. ...., J. P. Hannon Municipal Cle Approved: L. V. Ray Mayor. It was moved by Orlander seconded by Badger that the rules be sus~ended for the adoption of the resolution. Calling the roll, all councilmen voted in the affirmative. On the Question shall the resolution pass, all councilm n voted in the affirmative. Claims as follows O. ii. Brehmer Robert Guest J. P. Hannon A. E. Rucker Bank of Seward Seward L &P Co Seward W Supply J.L' Graef Luckys Groc l;)eward Trading Andys Express read. 49.50 220.00 200.00 50.00 25.00 46.')0 lE7.50 6.50 2.20 2.10 18.50 Alaska Transfe r Brown Hawkins M B Lanning G. Gregg Jno Norman Walter Holben Tony Parish C.P.Gilliland JnO Preston H H l.li tchell 37.00 26.90 19.90 6.00 12.00 6.10 72.00 12.00 24.00 21. 00 It was moved by Thoday seconded by Swetman that the Clerk be instructed to draw warrants in payment of same. Calling the ro~l, all councilmen voted in the affirmative. School Committee presented report of School Treasurer, ordered filed. Special Hospital committee presented report, suggesting hocpital matter be turned over to Chamber of Commerce, Communication ordered filed. School Committee reported work on School being carried forwa d Mr Erickson havJng taken a contract covering varnishing and Ral somining. A Petition from property owners on fifth avenue asking for the grading of that street, referred to city attorney. On the matter of electing a Treasurer, the name of H. S. Balderston was placed before the Council, and a motion was made b Badger seconded by Swetman that the Clerk Cast the unanimous vote of the Council for Mr Balderston as Treasurer. Calling the roll, all councilmen voted in the affirmative, and the clerk declared six ballots cast for Mr Badlerston for Treasurer. The name of Dr Baughman :was presented as Health Officer and it was moved and seconded that the unanimous vote of the council be cast for Dr Baughman" C...lling the roll, all councilmen voted in the affirmative. The ~lerk cast the ballot and declared the results- The Clerk was instructed to notify them and that they take office upon execution of Oats of office. After further discussion the council \ ~ 317 I Special meeting of the Common Council, called for 8 PM August 8th., was held this date. Present w{ere 00uncilmen MoMullen Orlander Bwetman and Thoday, Counoilman Orlander aoting as Chairman. A Resolution extending the date of the meeting of the board of equalization from Tuesday August 9th to Tuesday August 16th., read. It was moved by Councilman 11oJ\iullen seoonded by Counoilman Swetman that the rules be suspended for the adoption of the Resolution. Calling the roilil, all councilmen voted in the affirmative On the question shall the resolution pass, all oounoilmen prbsent voted in the affirmative. Bills as follow61ilpresented. Frank Gillespie R. E. Davis C. P. Gilliland Harry Yago 12.00 18.00 6.00 6.00. It was moved by Orlander sendonded by McMullen that the bills be approved and clerk instructed to draw warrants covering same. All Councilmen present voted in the affirmative. I Counoilman Thoday reporting for the Glacier Stream Committee stated oertain work should be done before the next flood, in proteoting the bulkhead at fourth avenue. The matter was held over until the regular meeting. There being nothing further it WeS moved and seconded that this meeting adjourn. J}l'Q ~ ~~ ,~J ~~ A g Mayor. I ~ 318 , ( A Regular meeting of the common council, City of ~eward was held this date in the Council Chambers, meeting being called to order at 8 O'Clock PM by Mayor L. V. Ray, with Councilmen Badger, McMullen Painter Swetman and Thoday present. The Minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. The Tax Roll, as presented by Assessor was delivered to the council, and report made of notice given. It was moved by Orlander seconded by Mcl\lullen that the roll be accepted and turned o~er to equilization board. Motion carried. Councilman Orlander arrived in the Council Chambers. Bills for James Robertson $12.00 and. Chas Emswiler $20.82 read and upon motion by Councilman ~wetman seconded by Badger ordered paid; Calling the roll, all councilmen voted in the affirmative. City attorney reported on Treasurers bond, and a motion was thereafter made by Councilman Badger seconded by Swetman that clerk be instruc~ed to draw a warrant for $50.00 to cover premium on bond. Calling the roll, all councilmen voted in the afi'irmative. City attorney asked for another week on petition for grading of fifth avenue, in order to ascertain whether signers were aware 0 their responsibility in sharing cost of work. Matter ordered carried over to next regular meeting. City attorney read sections of ordinance covoring repair of sidewalks, wherein owner and or agent not present in City and either could not be reached, matter concerned need of repairs to walk at Fourth and Nashington. Councilman Painter was thereafter requested by I.layor to get bids covering repair .> - of same. Councilman Thoday reported need of work on Glacier stream and requested $200.00 for this work, after discussion a motion was made by McMullen seconded by Painter that not to exceed $100.00 be allowed Glacier stream committee for flood control. Calling the Roll, Councilmen McMullen Orlander Painter Swetman \ " and Thoday voted in the afi"irmative, Councilman Badger in the 319 lin the negative. lilotion carried. Councilman McMullen for the ;street Committee stu.ted certain I work was urgent on street repair on both rtailway and Fourth Avenues, and he suggested hiring a horse und cart and enough men to take care of emergency. Discussion was carried on by Councilmen as to the most economical plan of having this work done, and after suggestions offered, a motion was made by Badger seconded by McMullen that not to exceed ~150.00 be allowed street Committee for repairs necessary. Calling the roll, all councilmen ~oted in the affirmative. Mayor called the councils attention to the advertised meeting of the board of equilization at two PM tomorrow and stated the board would elect its own Chairman; The I Municipal Clerk to act as Clerk of the Equilization board. Thereafter it was moved by Baeger ~econded by l.lcMullen that this meeting adjourn. ~OR' /9.<~I:. C/ I ~ ~ 320 TUESDAY SEPT-,:1IiBBR SIXTH 1927. p....' In,,,,,-;-''' I ........ ,t'.. ";;iiJ" 'i'. 'ir&-"1Iii!i ~ n Regular monthly meeting of the Common Council, City of Seward, called yo order at 8"10'Clock PI,1 this date b~ ",layor L. V. Ray, with Councilmen badger, dci.lullen Swetman and Thoday present. Absent Councilmen Orlander and l'ainter. llinutes of last regular meeting~approved. ""-\ (f Resolution accepting the Tax Roll for the year 1927 as presented by the Assessor and Equalized by the Equili- zation board, read. A Motion was thereafter made by Councilman Thoday seconded by Swetman that the rules be suspended on the adoption of the resolution. All Councilmen voted in the Shall the resolution pass? councilmen present voted in affirmative; On the question The Roll being called all the affirmative. (1 A Resolution Setting the tax levy for the year 1927 at Twenty (20) mills was read. A Motion made by McMullen seconded by Badger that the rules be suspended for the adoption of the resolution. and calling the roll, all councilmen present voted in the aflirmative. On the question; Shall the resolution as read pass? Ehe Roll being called all councilmen voted in the affirmative. A Resolution declaring the taxes for the year 1927 now due and payable, and the date of delinquency as November 15th., 1927 and authorizing publication of such facts in the gateway, wao read, and a motion made by Badger seconded by Swetman th:.,t the rules be suspended for the adoption of the resolution, passed. all councilmen present voting in the affirmutive. On the question, shall tho resolution as read pass? All councilmen present voted in the affirmative. '7 ( , Bills as follows read: Tony Parish $57.00 A Erickson 135.00 J Brison 31.31 Robert Guest 220.00 J Baughman 50.00 H Balderston 50.00 J.P.Hannon 200.00 Bank 25.00 Seward L&P 98.75 Seward dater 127.50 Brown Hawkins 5.00 Gateway 310.10 Wm Patterson 4.00 Seward Machine Shop Andys i;;xpress C. rd. Brosius D.S.Fidelity P. E. Davis Loui", t>impson Harry Yago O.ii.Brehmer "alter Holben H.E.Robison H.H.I.:i tchell Mike Lynbar Sewu.rd Express Total...$l,648.66 13.70 1.50 73.05 50.JO 54.00 33.75 18.00 30.00 6.00 30.00 21. 75 2.25 1.00 Ola1:;1s of Seward Drug 00 und P. ,~. l\lcMullen held over un'"il next meeting. Mayor reported to oouncil the work being carried on in preparing the Harriman Buildinv for :school use. He called attention to the necessity of Kalsomining the front room utilized last year, and stated a bid of $52.00 had been received for this work, which would have to be hu.ndled by the city, after discussion a motion was made by Badger seconded by McMullen that school committee be allowed not to exceed $52.00 for Kalsoming High School building. Calling the roll, all uouncilmen present voted in the affirmative. Mr Graef appeared before the council and stated that the valu~tion placed on his personal property was excessive and asked permission to appear before the council later \ \ 321 with a request that he be rebQted the amount in excess of fair valuation. I Glacio' :3trLam committee reported ;~100,00 heJ.d been expended in work on flood control. Light Committee reported new contract made with the ::ieward LIght and Power Cumpany for use of multiple lights. street Conmittee reported th~t $125.00 of the ~150.)0 allowed them had been expended to best advantage to a_tee They reported also that emergency and needed repairs had been made to make third avenue foot bridge passable. street Committee further reported that after requests, Fifth avenue north of Cable Office had been brushed out in vicinity of Gerhart Johnson house, tv allow cars room to manouver. After SOme furthor discussion, it was regularly moved and seconded that this meeting adjourn. ~" ~ c:: C 1 i:: Rf:-;- I Monday September l~th., 1927. Regular meeting of the Common Council, City of Jeward held at 8 ) 'Clock fl.1 this date in the Council Chambers, meeting called to order by Hayor L. V. Ray, with Councilmen ; McMullen, Painter Swetman and ~hoday present. Councilman Orlander also present, Councilman Badger, aboent. Minutes of,the last regLlqr meeting approved, Communication from Delegate Sutherland addressed to the Mayor regarding Bill for Gigh ~chool Bonds eead, and ordered handled by th, Mayor. The L:ayor requested clerk furnish him with communication addressed to the Delegate at time change in bill was requested. Bill of veward urug Co, rnnount $1.20 read, and upon motion by Urlander seconded by l.lcl.lullen ordered paid. Calling the Roll all councilmen prFsent except councilman Swetman voted in the affirmative, Councilman swetman not voting. I Bill of P. C. McI.lullen 3.75 moved by Swetr:18.n seconded by Painter be paid. Calling the roll, all councilmen pre~ent excepting Councilman I.IcMullen voted in the affirmative, Councilman I\Iclilullen not voting. Bill of lienry Thuday for ~22.50 read and motion by McMullen seconded by Swetman ordered same paid, calling che roll, Councilmen McMullen Orlander Painter & Swetman Voted yes, Councilman Badger abcent, Councilman Thod~y not voting. Other bills as follows read. Alex L. Greenberger $15.00 James Brison 12.00 Moved by Swetman seconded by as read be allowed and war ants Li ttle. 12.00 A. i::rickson J ~,obertson thoday that bills ordered drawn for 62.00 12.00 same. ~~_..,~'--_.__.._- 322 "1"'- ~'IIlIJ ~'l"'" calling the noll, a 1 councilmen present voted yes. Bills for High School rent were held over at request of fiance committee for investigation und adjustment. - street Cownittee, reported that the ~alk in front of School house had given way completely and necessi "ated immediate reapirs, and work had been started, expense would be near $116.00, but full report cbuld not be rendered until next meetin . Mayor presented inventory of School property in City as compiled by Prof Mchwan, showing approximately $4,578100. Mayor also reported on condition of new High school building, and recommended C.,e aodition of a rug approximately 9xll for Office of SupT. Mr. McEwan was present, and wa~ cc.lled upon by Mayor, Hr. 1.1cEwan sloke of pupils in school, and answered questions of councilmen with referenue to School matters. Afterwards Mr. IdcEwan stated he had been asked by thr S.A.C. to call on the council, and ask for rental for use of the Athletic Club quarters for High and Grammar jchool use. This for physical education of children, and stated same was urgently needed. After some further discussion it was Moved by McMullen ceconded by Swetman that $25.00 per month until April lOth 1928 be allowed for rental of S. A. Club for School childrenm to be used as a gymnsium. Calling the roll, all council~en prE~ent voted in th8 affirmativ . After some further discussion Ii motion was m~de by ~wetman seconded by McLlullen t~~at this mectinf: adjuurn. 4!f, 323 I,iONDAY OCTOBER 3, 1927. I Regular .lonthly meeting of the Common Counci.1._9JkY of i:leward held at 8 O'Clock PM this date, Councilman ~~acting as Chairman. Present were Councilmen McMullen Orlander, Painter Swetman and Thoday. Absent Councilman Badger, Mayor Ray. Minutes of the l~st regular meeting approved. Communication from United States Fidelity and Guaranty Company, read, asking about Treasurers Bond. Stating that Mrs Malloy wa~ being continued under,iliond as ~reasurer and also that $50.00 premium was due. After discussion it was moved by Swetman seconded by Thoday that Bonding Gompany be notified that Bond should be made in name of A. H. L. Meyer and warrant drawn ~overing same. Calling the roll, all ~ouncilmen present voted in the affirmative. Bills ac follows presented; I Chas i!.. Brown Chas J!;. Brown Robert Guest J. '.. BaufZhman J. 1'. Hannon O. ,j. Brehmer Bank of ::3e\'1ard H. H. Llitchell Beurlake Mill Co P. Davis Tony Parish 122.UO 172.00 220.00 50.JO 200.)0 36. ,0 25.1)0 23 . 25 70.47 5.25 3 2. 25 Seward Light & l' Co Ocbos i:lhop Alaska rransfer Co Seward ,later Supply Sewl~rd i:.;xpress Andys .Lxpress Cal M Brosius Brown & Hawkins Sevl!;.rd At',letic Club 359.45 17.20 28.95 12'1.50 19.50 10.)0 12.90 37.30 25.00 $1,694.02 Moved by Swetman seconded by llcMullen, that bills as read be ordered paid ana ilarrants drawn covering same. Calling the roll, .,11 ~ouncilmen voted in the affirmative. .A Bill- of the AL"ska l\oad Commission amount $l42.80 was read, beint: the share required by law for Municipalities portion of Aviation Field built within B miles of Incorporated li :;i ts. After discussion a motion waS made by 0wetman se~onded by Thoday, that bill be paid and warrant ordered forwardea. Calling the Roll Councilmen Orlunder i'ainter i-:Jwetrnand and 'rhoQ,ay voted in the u.fi'irmative, Councilman Iiicdullen in the negative. Bill o~dered paid. . After some further discussion, it was In"veti by LicMullen secoDaed b;y Sw(;trnan 1,h~t this meet;ing adjourn. ,~ 7Y1~ Ac 'g Mayor //~ / / c...-------- I I 324 OCTOBBR 17, 1927 The reRular meeting of the Co~non Council, was adjourned until the next regular meeting, account of absence of Mayor and sickness of councilmen, no quorum being present. ....-. /~rk. ~:/" ,--, , I \ , I I I . , < ~. ril ;q HO OH '"--< ~ t-l H H H P <'3 ri'1 3 1fj H ~ \0 ,~ ~ \;, c3 J ~ ~. '~3 '---j 8 .-<) ;~ H H H 'p , '- <- ~j~ ~ o IX< Pi ~ 325 -1 ~ ~ 7- -~.:I~,~Ui\~J ul!' i.'~~...... ...j(L....;.~.J \JP .L~'rlTI1I~.._"...r~IOl;- ,.UGUJ'l' 16-b~'1. Board Called to order at 2 O'Clock fl~ with Councilmen Badger McMullen Orlander Painter and ~wetman. Councilman Orlander acting as Chairman. No protests, meeting adjourned- ,\.UGU ~:/.r 1'1, 1;,,<-;7 J.jO 1,I'ute~ts .,UGID.:;'.i' 10. :LV:c? Lo IJrote~_t:o;. ~:l.U8-L;~/.2 1 Sl" 1 ~ Gr;. Protest of Harry Bowers, asking for equilization of ~ersonal taxes, now assessed at $500.00 be reduced to '250.00. Protest of E. Mount, asking that valuation Personal now assessed at ~lOOO.OO be reduced to $800.00 Both requests ordered held over until saturday. ..UGUq'.l' ;..;J. 1'J27. ~. 1. Gr~of. Mr Graef appeared before the Board but without written protests and was requested to prepare protests in writing. In order to enable Mr Graef suffieient th1e the meeting was adjourned until Monday August 22, 1927. .AUGUST 22, 1927. Meeting called to order at 2 O'Clock PM by Chairman Orlander with no protestants present, and adjourned at 4 PM, In motion continuing meeting until Tuesday August 23, 1927. .~l,TGUA)'1.1 ~3, IlJ27. Meeting called to order at 2 O'Clock PM with all members present. Mr. Mount, Mr Bowers, and Mr Graef present. after questioning Hr IIIount on his valuation, it waS moved by Badger seconded by Swetman that lv1r Mounts taxes remain as assessed. All members voted in the affirmktive. After discus~ion Mr. Bowers stated he obj' ctions to payment of taxes on his but misunderstood property so taxed. protest. reillly had no assessed vall,ation, He withdrew his Mr. Graff, asked that the taxes on the resurrection Bay Lumber Com anYJ now known as the dewurd Lumber Corporation be reduced to $3,AOO.OO as he was willin~ to sell for ~7000.00 alter discussion, l,iotion \'/.,s macie by Swetman seconded by Thoday that protest be considered and tai:ae reduced to '3,500.00 Motion carried. Mr Graef not having furnished assessor with personal tax ,return, on statements furnished for that purpose, the bo rd BBRHBXi: stated it co~~r not help Lir Graef in the matter and that he had not furnished the Board with a protest in writing but simply tendered Personal Valuation statements. The board thereafter on motion adjourning sine die. /~ ,I 326 k,~ : """' - _...~' \ \ \ 327 r.10l1IbY HOVBr.1B.uH 7 1927 A Regul~r meeting of the common Council, City of 0eward was held at 8 ) 'clock PM this date, Mayor Ray calling the meeting to order with Councilmen Badger, Painter ..;wetman and Thoday present. Absent Councilmen Md.lullen and Orlander. I A Tax Certificate of Henry paeben covering Lot 11 Block lO Feueral Addition presented for deed. All subsequent taxes h~ving been paid. It was moved by ::>wetrnan seconded by I'ainter that a deed be issued Mr. Paeben for Lot 11 B 10 Federal addition, account two years having elapsed without redemption of certificate presented. All Councilmen present, the roll being called voted in the affirmative. Claims as follows read; I Robert Guest Alaska Transfer ~eward Water Athletic Clun Soard L & P J.A.Baughman J.P.Hannon Larson otterson Pearson Lyons Alex Little H.H.Mitchell O.d. Brehmer Bank of ;jeward Chas Brown P.C .r.lcI.lullen Andys Bxpresc Brown Hawkins J. L. Graef ::,challerors City ~xpress TI.s.FidelityGuaranty 220.00 32.50 127.50 25.00 263.07 50.00 200.00 15.00 22.50 24.00 24.00 25.00 86.00 3.15 4. )0 3.35 8.45 1.20 1.17. ')0 50.00 Total $1,191.12 It was Doved by Badg~r seconded by Thoduy that the bills as read be all0wed and ~.r"nts ordered drawn. Under committee reports the ::)c;hool Committee presented a report 1 rom the School board, cove ring fianc;nes ;"nd reqwc ting a Ivcm fror.l the City of .,j;2500.00 The School L:or.lmittee recommedned in a seperate repJrt a luan of $1250.00 covering pre~ent needs. It was afterwards moved by Thoday .econded by Badger that A darrant for $1,250.00 be authorized in favor of the school board as a loan. Calling the roll, all councilmen voted in the a~~ir'native. I A Report from tj;Ie Finance co;nrnittee was read, requesting the c;ouncil to set aside in [l. sepertate savings account $5,000.00 towards the Lowell creek fund. It Vias thereafter moved by Swetman seconded by Painter that $5000.00 be taken from the General Fund and placed in a special si.ving account on time deposit for rmrpose of meeting citys obligation to Government. Calling the roll all c;ouncilmen prebont votedn the affirmative. ? ~-~ / 328 I'lli y "'l"--.wlllll _:11I ~~':::. .. iI _ The Mayor discussed the matter of funds owing the City for taxes and other obligations, and councilmen asked questions realtive to ad,lustment on Seward Light and Power Companies obligations. Councilman ::>wetman reporting that 1.ir Graff desired a ninety day extension of paying his current Ta:es. "I After discussion it W:.. l ecided to adjourn this meeting until the seventeenth instant for taking this matter up. . Councilman Budger reported on the I.ianthey bill, stating that the city Was not obligated in the matter, the Railroad having made all arzangements. fur. Gust Petersons appearea before the council with ref to taxes. It was thereafter moved by ~hoday seconded by 2ainter that this meeting adjourn, until November 17, 1928. ~ THURSDAY November 12, 1927. Special meeting of the comr:lon council, City of :::>eward called at ~ 8 O'Clock fl~ this date with Councilmen Badger, McMullen orlander Painter ::>wetman and Thoday present. The Clerk pr0sented a list of delinquent Occupation tax returns, amounting to 15 persons. ! I Delinquent ~axes of s. m. Graff was reported amounted to $1,747.74. . Communication from Gust Petersons, asking _or rebate of amount of personal taxes increased was read. l\layor instructed the clerk to write persons dt,linquent on occupation tax calling their attention to omission. Ivlatter of i.:>eward Light and Power Bill w ~s referred to comilli ttee on a~sessment and taxation for report at next ~'egular .1leeting. Discussion mandate in Light case, a motion was made by Orlande. seconoed by McMullen that L. V. Ray be appointed as special qttorney to enforce the collection of the Judgement in Light case for City of Seward and individual consumers who are entitled to refund. Calling the roll all councilmen voted in the affirmative. Referring to the request of Mr Peterson for rebate on taxes a motion was made by Swetman seconded by thoday that rebate in the sum of $8.00 be allowed Mr 11ettrson. ~alling the Roll, Councilmen Badger ]~cMullen Orlander and Painter voted No. Councilmen Swetman and T:oday yes. I '" Badger and I'ainter requested and ';;ere excused at this time. Mc Mullen reported that seven graves were already used in new Cemetary plot and no survey having been made, it was hard to locate lots. That Mr Ingram stated while his crew was in town they could probably be secured to plot at least part of cemetary. Thereafter Orlander seconded by McMullen moved that 0100,00 be allowed Councilman Mcl,Jullen for survey on Cemetary. \ \ A 329 All councilmen voting in the affirmative. ;.roved by Orlander seconded by l'ainterk council adjourn. I A~& - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - NOVSIlB.ER 21, 1927. Regular meetinr of the Common Council, City of ~eward, was not held on this date account no quorum rresent. I Hegular Bills: .ALisl:a rl'ransfer ~. -arSbon .,0 ard 1. & .I:' Co 1'. C. h;cMullen ;;,ewurd .Iator :seward Drug '1'rick & Murray Bank of ;:)oward Chas 1:.: Brown Soward Athletic J. Ii. Hannon Robert Guest J. ". Ba ughman Tony Prirish J. Henry R. H. Uitchell I C. l.;. Brosius T. Osbo Treasurer :;>ch Flood Fund /~~]1~1 'l k ~/. (unl.(::lpa G or~. December 5, 1~27. /"G.50 " 2. 25 " 276.37 ,- l. 25 v 127.50 v 10. 50 ~ 5.54 v 25.00Y 86.001" 25.00 200. ')0 .- 2~0.OO,l 50.00' 8 . 25 ~ 25.50.... 21.75.... 2.75 5.50 B 1,250.00 5,000.00 Total .~fi,397.66 Heetinp of the Common Council rrown of Sewurd held at 13 O'Clock 1:'];1 this date with Councilman I.lcUullen acting Chairman presente .iere C:ouncilm, n Ecl1ullen Orlandr l)ainter Swetman and Thoday, Absent Councilman B,~d"er and the ;;a;lor, both being nout of City. ihe Minutes of the last r~gular ~eoting were approved. Communications were read from the School Board ro questing an additional loan of 2250'0 /~ 330 i L I a communication from the (Tni ted ;3tates Fid eli ty nnd !}uaranty Company stating that premium had been rail-ed on Treasurers bonds from $50.00 to ClOO.OO and requesting advi~e. ~ith reference to Bond of Treasurer of School Board, matter was carried over until next regular meeting. - Council discussed the matter of loaning funds to Jchool Board, and clerk looked up amounts loaned to date, after which a motion was made by Orlander seconded by Thoday that $1,250.00 be loaned School Board. Calling the roll all councilmen present v.ted in t;_e aLirmative. Claims were read(as listed above) totalling $1098.24. and a Jotion was made bybOrlander secondeG by Painter that the claims read be allowed and warrants ordered drawn covering same. Calling the HOll, all councilmen present voted in the affirmative. A Bill of 1'. C. McMullen was presented amount 4?1. 25. It was thereafter moved by Councilman urlander seconded by Ttoday that bill be allowed. Councilman Swetman put the Hotion before the council, and all councilmen with the exception of Councilman McMullen who did not vote, voted aye. Thereafter a bill !fif the ::'eward Drug Company, amount $113.50 was read, vocering fire and police supplies, ana a motion was made by Councilman Thoa_y seconded by Painter that the bill be allowed. Calling the Roll, Councilmen McMullen Orl~nder Painter und Ttoday voted in the affirmative, Councilman Badger absent, and councilman Swetman not voting. The Fire Committee reported that during this cold speml the water was apparently very low, The 00mmittee investigated the matter ,...nd found very little if any water if the Reservoir just above town. They learned howevc_ that this was not the i!aportant reservoir, that the one used was above the Jesse Lee Home, and after notifying the water comnany, they were informed matter would bo remedied. The Finance Cownittee recommended the setting asioe of an adciitional $3,000.)0 into the sinking fund to cover the Towns obligation to the flood control work, and after discussion a motion was made by McMullen seconded by painter that ~3,OOO.OO be withdrawn from the General fund of the City and placed to the credit of the Treasurer as a special savings account for Lowell Creek Control. Calling tho roll, all councilmen prc8ent voted in tho affirmative. Upon notion by Orlandor seconded by Swetman' the Clerk was ordered to write the Attorney General for decision on finding of City Attorhey covering signing of checks during abs ence of the Mayor. Hotion carried. The Council thereafter upn motion wa~ oecLcred adjourne.d. ,.:-. (d~, ""^~~ \ . P. C. McMullen Act'g. Mayor. L~J ~;/> Clerk. "'" I ! , , ~".. ,.~ .,. 331 MOllD_S j)i;;C".;'lB-'l~ 191.rH., 1927 A Regular me~ting of the Cownon Council, City of ~eward w,).s held this date at 8 0' Clock PM L, the Council Chambers, I meeting being called to order by j;layor L. V. Ray, with Jouncilmen McMullen Orlander ~wetman und Thoday present. Absent Councilmen Badger and Painter. The Minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. A Communication :rom Martin Breier with certificates of sale coverin~ Lots 5 and 6 in Bl ck 16 City of Seward, and a request made for the issuance of a deed. A Communication was nrecented by the Mayor from J. L. ~raef, requesting certain rebates to be made on his taxes for the year 1927. A $1,000.00 additional l.Jan was reouested by the School Board to meLt .bligations for Decenwer. Claims us follows read; I 0eward Athletic Club Frank Morse $25.00 20.00 Total ~p45.00 wIt viae moved by Oouncilman Orlander seconded by Swetman th".t caai,s be allowed, .nd warra'1ts ordered uruwn, covering sum. Callinf the roll, all council:nen voted in the ai'lirmative. Under unfinished business the matter of the Treasurer School Board bond was called up, and after diGcussion it vme moved by Swetman seconded by EcLjullen that amount of bond be $5,000. )0. All councilmen voted in the af irrnative. The mayor pretented a cownunication asking for certain inforwation to be furnished the Delegate for the re- intorh ction of a bill for Hondini< the town for a school. 'I 'l.'he liL;/or alt:O reported on the light Case, stating that shortly a list of the refunds due power consumers of the City would be furnished the Council by Lir Graff. It WaS moved by Swetman seconded by Thoduy that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to issue a deed for Lots 5 and 6 in Block sixteen to Martin Breier, 1,10t10n carried. ------- ----. ----- 332 f ~Jl _ '!' I JiI&'!Iii :irliili" .II' .Ii th rei'crence to the requei:3t of ;:3chool Board for an additional $1000.00 loan a motion was made by Councilmal - McMullen seconded by ~hodu~, that request be granted UJd a warrant drawn in thoir favor for this amount. Calling the roll, all council;nen voted in the aLirmati 'e. The street Committee reported that a pole carrying street light, was down near the fourth Avenue bridge. Same being due to the movement of a house, and f~ilure of contractors to replace p,'operly. 'l'he cost of again putting this light in position being al)I)!'oxL:Jatel' $8.00. The 00mmittee further reported the need of an addtional light near the al1i)rOach to th' Seward Hospital, tho cost of which 00uld be arounl ~18.00. Itm:.l.s t,hereafterJovel. by Swetman seuonded by McMullen that the Light Committee be authorized to install a light near the Seward General Hospital, at a suitable place most convenient, the cost not to exceed $18.00. Calling the roll, all councilmen present votea in the affirmative. It was thereafter moved by Orland or l3econded by 1;;cl.'IulleL that the Light Committee repair da~1ge to light on bridge c~t fourth AvenuE', fr:yr"'~^~l""--:''' ,_~ ,._ .L Hel HaJen. All councilmen voted in the af~irmative. Councilman l.1cMullen and The !:layor aad;l!essed the council with reference to a request from Dr. Alcorn for title to lotsmowneu by the city, and adjoining the Hospital, as his intention was to buy he pro sent building and lJts, '3.nd the extra lots ',"erc urgently needed. ~'he opinion expressed by the council, was that favor~ble action would be t~ken by this bo, y when tiae arrived. Councilman McMullen referred to the collection of Licenses from persons not having paid, and stated a list had been furniLhed the Leputy Clerk of the oourt, by the l.Iunioipal Clerk, and mutter was then being investigated. 333 The Matter of a Christmas tree to be located at the intersection of Fourth and Adams streets, was discussed by I the council, and left in the hands of the rolice Committee. It was thereafter moved b" ;;;wetman seconded b;jT Thod'],~l that this moeting adjourn. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -.- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - TUB;jD"1.Y J'llm~'iRY :BEl RD. Regular meeting of the Comuon Council, City of .;cward, adjourned until tJ PE Januar;y 4th., Ilo quorum rre[ent. I lib:0Hb;JDAY J~UmAHY :Fou~{rrH 1028 Adjourned regular meeting of tho COrxnon -':ouncil, City of ~eward, adjourned until Twelve thirty l11 Thursday January 5th., 1928 account sickness cou:lcilman. Thursday J'l.nuary 5, 192d. Reg:clar cLdjourned 'Jeetinf- of the Common Council, City of :Jeward, held at twelve thirty PM this dR-tee ;:ieetinp was called to OrHor by I:Iayor 1. i. Ray, With councilrJen I,IclJullen Orlander l' inteJ and '1'hod ,y preEent; absent Councilmen Badger and Swetman. ~inutes of the last regular meeting ap,roved. A Communication from the lumbeL'Jens Trust Com}Jany of Portland, re.d for the inform~tion of the Council. The letter stated the interest of the Trust Co in the contemr,lated Bond iss:l€ for ::>chool Imrposes. Claims were read as foll,ws; I ,robort Gue st Hobert Gu st Ii . c:. I,a t c he 11 Chas L. Brovm ::>eward Machine ~hop Cal ;,1. :Drosisu :Jeward lJrug Co Gatevmy .?ub UoIn!,u,ny Curtis R. Morford Ogle:;: Gar"ge ;Jeward Light & Power ~eward ~ater Supply Sam Johnson C,,,,l l.l Brosisu J. L' H:Lnnon 60.00 280. iO 23 . 25 86.00 25.80 1.00 1. 75 6.00 45.00 4.20 323.40 12'1.50 3.75 /1.00 200.00.